COTA - Travel Contract

We‘re hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a hospital in Phoenix, AZ. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills needed for everyday life. If you are ready to make a difference, apply and a recruiter will contact you with details.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program accredited by the AOTA or equivalent.
• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Arizona required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required.
• Demonstrated clinical competence treating adult and/or acute care patients in a hospital setting, including documentation to departmental and regulatory standards.
• Ability to perform typical direct patient care physical duties, including transfers and ambulation assistance up to 75 pounds.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and communicating treatment progress to physicians, nursing staff, patients, and families.
• Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card. (Client-specific requirement.)
• Preferred: Additional related education and/or experience. (Preferred item.)

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift hours: 06:30–19:00.
• Duration: 13-week travel assignment.
• Position type: Travel.
• Candidates must be prepared for varied work schedules as directed by the client.

Location Highlights

Phoenix offers a desert-urban lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. Camelback Mountain and South Mountain Park are within a 20–30 minute drive for hiking and climbing, and the Desert Botanical Garden is located in Papago Park about 15 minutes from downtown. The downtown Phoenix area includes the Phoenix Convention Center and the Roosevelt Row Arts District, both offering dining, galleries, and events within a short commute. Phoenix is approximately a 2-hour drive to the Grand Canyon National Park and about 30–40 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport, supporting convenient travel. The region supports an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with urban amenities, professional sports venues such as Chase Field and Footprint Center, and year-round sunny weather for recreation.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment and offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• 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 as a Travel COTA and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by tools to manage your career and assignments.

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 associates.