Job Description & Requirements
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled)
StartDate: 8/31/2026
Available Shifts: 8 D
Pay Rate: $1591.00 - $1640.00
Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Hayward, CA let you support skilled nursing patients by assisting with therapy exercises, documenting progress, and collaborating with occupational therapists to promote independence and daily living skills. You will work in a structured schedule and a collaborative environment, focusing on patient rehabilitation and skill growth1. Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited COTA program and an active California COTA license; strong communication, empathy, and adaptability are recommended. Hayward, CA offers a diverse community, access to the Bay Area, and plenty of outdoor recreation and dining options.
With AMN Healthcare, you receive excellent compensation, exclusive discounts, dedicated recruiters, and support from the AMN Passport app, all backed by the high ethical standards of a publicly traded company. Apply now to join this Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assignment in Hayward, CA.
Required Qualifications
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Skilled
Licenses: OTA-CA
Certifications: BLS(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 30 days of gap in entire work history
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
DOB
Social
90% productivity
Facility LocationKnown as the "Heart of the Bay" because of its central location in the San Francisco Bay Area’s Alameda County, Hayward is an increasingly diverse city with both historical and cultural sites, as well as a vast number of manufacturing companies. Here you’ll find various regional parks, like the Hayward Regional Shoreline, as well as the oldest Japanese garden in the state, various public and private golf courses, museums, and other recreational sites.
Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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