Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Overview

Step into a purpose driven opportunity as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, specializing in hands-on rehabilitation that reshapes daily life for patients in Frederick, Maryland. This travel role is designed for professionals who translate assessment findings into meaningful activity and collaborate with therapists, families, and care teams to optimize function across diverse settings. From the first evaluation to discharge, your expertise will empower patients to reclaim daily living skills and return to activities they love.

Frederick offers the charm of historic streets, scenic landscapes, and access to a dynamic healthcare network that includes neighborhood clinics, community hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities. The role also provides opportunities to collaborate with facilities nationwide, expanding your reach while maintaining a focus on patient progress and professional growth.

• Assess patients’ upper extremity and functional abilities.
• Implement and adjust therapeutic activities to meet individualized goals.
• Modify environments and adaptive equipment as needed.
• Educate patients and family caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Coordinate with supervising therapists on plan updates and discharge planning.
• Contribute to professional growth through mentorship, collaboration, and documentation practices.
• Engage with a broad network of clinicians and participate in workshops; potential for supervisory or lead roles as opportunities arise.

Working in Frederick combines strong rehabilitation programs with a dynamic community that supports health professionals. You’ll have access to established healthcare networks, interdisciplinary teams, and ongoing continuing education opportunities. The area balances suburban living with access to major metros, and the travel design provides flexibility to work in various locations across the U.S. with a baseline of 30 hours per week guaranteed.

• Travel program with the option to work in different locations across the U.S. while maintaining a core focus on patient progress.
• Weekly pay range: $1,233 to $1,317 with guaranteed hours and the potential to extend assignments through scheduling, referrals, and performance.
• Housing assistance and a signing or completion bonus to reduce transition stress.
• 24/7 support from travel coordinators, clinical liaisons, and human resources for scheduling, housing, credentialing, or clinical questions.
• Start Date:
  
  February 5, 2026; duration aligned with patient care requirements and facility needs; final compensation packages confirmed during hiring.
• Opportunities for extended contracts and cross-facility roles to expand expertise and resilience.

Our organization empowers clinicians to advance in their careers within a collaborative, respectful, and compassionate work environment. We prioritize ongoing learning, mentorship, and a culture that supports professional development, work-life balance, and belonging within a nationwide network of rehabilitation professionals.

The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Start Date:

02/05/2026.

Location:

Frederick, Maryland, with opportunities to work in various U.S. locations. Weekly pay: $1,233-$1,317. Guaranteed

Hours:

30. Duration:
Weeks (flexible based on facility needs and travel assignments).

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EEO Statement
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