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AMN Healthcare Allied

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled)

Pay: $1,266–$1,304/day

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Allendale, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 20 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$67,120 / year median in New Jersey

+19% projected growth

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Job Description & Requirements Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Skilled
(COTA
Skilled)

StartDate:

ASAP Available Shifts:

D Pay Rate:

$1266.00

$1304.

00 Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Allendale, NJ let you support patients in skilled nursing as they work to regain independence and improve daily living skills. You will implement treatment plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist, guide patients through exercises and activities, adapt therapy to individual needs, and document progress. This position requires graduation from an accredited COTA program and an active New Jersey COTA license. Recommended skills include adaptability, strong communication, and attention to detail. Allendale, NJ offers a charming suburban setting with beautiful parks, local dining, and easy access to New York City. Enjoy a welcoming community and convenient travel options in northern New Jersey. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, the AMN Passport mobile app for career management, and high ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assignment in Allendale, NJ.

Required Qualifications Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Skilled Licenses:

OTA-NJ Certifications:

BLS SSN Required DOB Required References:

1 Reference in entire work history License and SNF experience are required. Preferred Qualifications Travel experience is preferred 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. Certified occupational therapist, occupational therapist, COTA, OT, therapy assistant, rehabilitation, rehab, occupational therapy, therapy, skilled, skilled nursing, allied, allied health, healthcare, health care, patient care, occupational therapy assistant