Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Canaan, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 08/01/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) specializing in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) settings is needed in Canaan, Connecticut. This position involves providing rehabilitative therapy services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The role is integral to patient recovery and requires adherence to facility protocols and clinical standards.
Job Details:
- Position: Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
- Location: Canaan, Connecticut
- Start Date: 08/01/2026
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certification as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), valid license to practice in Connecticut, no minimum years of experience required, and willingness to work in the specified location
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environment, familiarity with facility policies and procedures
- Additional Information: Role involves assisting in patient assessments, implementing treatment plans, and documenting patient progress in accordance with clinical guidelines and facility SOPs. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1287623. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OTA - OT SNF Occupational Therapist Assistant SNF.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus