Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,440 to $1,640 per week in Hayward, CA

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Hayward, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills needed for everyday life. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active California COTA license 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.
• Experience with restorative programs, ADL training, and adaptive equipment recommended.
• Ability to document in electronic medical records preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0800-1630.
• Shift Pattern: 5x8 as noted in client order days.
• VMS Contract Weeks: 14 (client specified).
• Guaranteed Weekly Hours: 35 (client specified).

Location Highlights

Hayward offers convenient access to East Bay outdoor and urban amenities within short drives. The city is approximately 20 minutes from San Francisco Bay waterfront areas and 25 minutes from Redwood Regional Park, providing hiking and mountain biking options. Hayward is adjacent to downtown Oakland and about a 30- to 45-minute commute to downtown San Francisco by BART and freeway connections. Visitors and residents can access the Hayward Japanese Gardens, the historic downtown Jackson Street retail district, and nearby shoreline parks offering waterfront trails and birdwatching. The area suits a suburban lifestyle with urban transit options and easy access to state parks such as Mount Diablo State Park about 30 miles east, and regional recreation on the East Bay shoreline.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and commitment. Benefits begin on your first day and support your travel assignment needs.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel COTA and gain flexibility and stability. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. ProVenture, an AI-enhanced career app, is available to help manage assignments and career growth.

EEO Statement

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 associates.