Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,428 to $1,628 per week in Murrieta, CA

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Murrieta, CA. 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 meaningful impact, apply and a recruiter will reach out with next steps.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active California COTA license is 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 manage a full caseload and document according to facility and state regulations.
• Client-specific: Availability to work a 36-hour work week as requested by the client.
• Client-specific: Ability to comply with a 14-day cancellation notice requirement.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Workweek: 36 hours per week as requested by the client.

Location Highlights

Murrieta offers convenient access to both outdoor recreation and urban amenities. The city is within a 25–40 minute drive of Temecula Valley Wine Country and its tasting rooms, and about a 50–60 minute drive to Newport Beach and Orange County coastal beaches for waterfront activities. You can reach Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve in under 20 minutes for hiking and wildlife viewing, and enjoy quick access to Interstate 15 and local Metrolink connections that provide regional transit options for travel to San Diego or Los Angeles. The area suits a suburban lifestyle with family-friendly parks, nearby vineyards, and opportunities for weekend outdoor adventures.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and dedication. Benefits include a comprehensive package available from day one, weekly pay options, full medical benefits, 401k matching, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, 100% paid housing availability where applicable, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a Travel COTA and gain flexibility and stability in travel contracts that support professional growth. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel assignments supported by technology to help manage your career efficiently. A recruiter will provide assignment-specific details and next steps after you apply.

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.