Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,447 to $1,647 per week in Santa Clara, CA

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Santa Clara, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need 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 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.
• Experience with common SNF documentation systems and electronic medical records preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to implement restorative and ADL programs for geriatric populations preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift details: Days 0800-1630.
• Shift pattern: 5x8.
• VMS work days: Sunday through Saturday rotation (facility schedules may include Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs patterns).
• Guaranteed weekly hours: 36 (per VMS position information).
• Contract length: 14 weeks.
• Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other facility units as needed.

Location Highlights

Santa Clara offers urban amenities with nearby outdoor recreation. The city is adjacent to San Jose and located within 20 miles of Santa Cruz beaches and 10 miles from downtown San Jose. It is near Levi's Stadium and the California's Great America amusement park, providing entertainment options within a 5–10 mile radius. Residents have access to multiple regional transit options, including Caltrain and VTA light rail under 5 miles away, and commuting to Silicon Valley employers is common. The area offers a suburban-to-urban lifestyle with parks such as Ulistac Natural Area and quick drives (under 45 minutes) to Henry W. Coe State Park for hiking and mountain biking.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care, so you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package starting 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 Nationwide

Join our team as a Travel COTA and gain flexibility and stability. Choose from travel contracts, direct hire, and temp-to-hire options. Use our career tools to pursue professional growth while delivering high-quality care in varied settings.

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 of our associates.