Job Description

Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position in Lanham, Maryland. This travel assignment targets a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a focus on geriatric rehabilitation in a long-term care setting. The start date is June 1, 2026, with a 13-week contract. Expect a weekly pay range of $1,569 to $1,651, and guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The shift runs 08:00 to 16:30, five days per week. Employment type is Travel - Temporary Assignment under Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,569–$1,651 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30, five days per week
- Start date: June 1, 2026
- Work setting: long-term care/geriatric rehabilitation

Responsibilities
- Provide skilled occupational therapy treatment to assigned patients under supervision of a licensed OT, focusing on activities of daily living, functional mobility, and upper-extremity coordination.
- Assist in the implementation and adjustment of OT treatment plans; document patient progress and communicate changes to the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team.
- Support patient and family education on therapy activities, safety, and home exercise programs; train on adaptive equipment as prescribed.
- Maintain accurate documentation in the patient record; ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, therapists, and case managers to support discharge planning and continuity of care.
- Participate in ongoing professional duties as directed by the supervising OT, including screenings or assessments within scope of practice.

Requirements
- Current or eligible Maryland licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or equivalent state licensure as required.
- Graduation from an accredited OTA program.
- Relevant experience in geriatric rehabilitation or skilled nursing/long-term care settings is preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, on-site environment with supervision and clear communication with the care team.
- Good documentation skills and proficiency with common electronic medical records systems.
- Eligibility to participate in a 13-week travel assignment starting June 1, 2026.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel staffing support team available throughout the assignment
- Direct access to Healthforce Healthcare LLC recruiters and coordinators
- Guaranteed hours and consistent scheduling within contract terms
- Support for credentialing and onboarding processes

Find more opportunities
If this role isn’t a perfect match, you can view additional travel opportunities for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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