Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,291 to $1,491 per week in Lincoln, IL

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Lincoln, IL. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain skills needed for daily living. Apply and a recruiter will follow up with assignment details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active Illinois COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings preferred.
• Ability to document care electronically and use common therapy equipment (e.g., therapeutic modalities, ADL training tools).
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a COTA preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 08:30–16:30.
• Work Schedule: 5x8.
• VMS Contract Weeks: 14-week assignment.
• Guaranteed Hours: 35 per week.

Location Highlights

Lincoln, IL offers a quiet, historic Midwestern setting with nearby outdoor and cultural options. The Lincoln Home National Historic Site and the Postville Courthouse Museum are located within the city, providing historical attractions and museum access within short drives. Lake Springfield is about 25 miles south, offering boating and fishing opportunities and numerous shoreline parks within a 40-minute drive, suited to an active, outdoor lifestyle. The city sits along U.S. Route 66 corridors and is approximately 90 miles from the state capital, Springfield, providing additional dining, theater, and museum options within an hour and a half commute. Public parks, community events, and local dining provide a suburban, quiet environment with occasional regional festivals and farmers markets nearby.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and commitment. Benefits begin on day one for eligible travelers.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available for eligible travelers.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

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.