Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,487 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Portland, Oregon.

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Portland, OR. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you are ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in Oregon required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Ability to implement treatment plans under supervision and document patient progress.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• New graduates welcome. Clinical supervision experience not required prior to assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with geriatric populations and functional ADL retraining preferred.
• Familiarity with common adaptive equipment and therapeutic modalities used in SNF settings preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 8-hour shift.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting patient outcomes, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package beginning your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Join as a Travel COTA and provide individualized care in a skilled nursing environment. You will assist in implementing therapy plans, deliver direct patient care including therapeutic exercises and activities, monitor progress, educate patients and families, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and document treatment interventions under the supervising Occupational Therapist.

Location Highlights

Portland offers a mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreation. The city provides access to Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the U.S., and is approximately 30 minutes from the Columbia River Gorge for hiking and waterfalls. Portland has a robust public transit system with TriMet light rail and bus connections and is known for its food cart pods and craft brewery scene, offering varied dining and entertainment within short commutes.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #448216. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.