Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $890 to $1,090 per week in Queens, NY

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you’re ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active New York State COTA license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient settings preferred.
• Client requires ability to follow established treatment plans and collaborate with supervising Occupational Therapists.
• Experience with common outpatient equipment and modalities preferred (e.g., therapeutic exercise, ADL training, adaptive equipment assessment).

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient.
• Shift Name: Days.

Location Highlights

Queens, NY offers diverse urban neighborhoods and convenient access to major regional attractions. The borough provides proximity to Flushing Meadows–Corona Park and Citi Field, with roughly 20–30 minute transit rides from many central areas. Queens is adjacent to the East River waterfront and offers direct connections to Manhattan via subway lines and commuter rail, with typical commute times to midtown Manhattan ranging from 30 to 60 minutes. The area features cultural districts such as Jackson Heights and Astoria, known for international dining and museums, supporting an urban, fast-paced lifestyle with plentiful transit options and nearby airport access at LaGuardia and JFK within 15–30 minutes by car from many locations.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay.
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
• Competitive Referral Bonuses.
• 100% Paid Housing Available.
• Travel & License Reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a Travel COTA and get flexibility, stability, and growth. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using an AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals.

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.