Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant; COTA - in Fresno, CA

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Location: Fresno, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $45 per hour Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Fresno, California, 93650!

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – UHC Staffing Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Fresno, CA

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Day shift, 8-hour shifts (exact start/end times and specific days vary by facility; confirm schedule with recruiter)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $44.8 - $44.8 per hour

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day.

Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans to help patients regain independence
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy interventions focused on ADLs and functional mobility
• Document patient care and progress accurately and in a timely manner to support quality outcomes
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety, adaptive techniques, and therapeutic exercises for everyday life
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant treatment areas to ensure a safe therapeutic environment
• Follow facility policies, procedures, and state regulations to maintain professional standards

• Active California COTA license (required)
• SNF or rehabilitation experience preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
• Availability to commit to the full 13-week contract assignment

• Completion of an accredited COTA program (as required for COTA licensure)

• Skilled in assisting with treatment plans and implementing therapeutic interventions
• Knowledge of ADLs, functional mobility, and adaptive techniques
• Effective patient and caregiver education skills
• Strong documentation practices and attention to regulatory compliance
• Collaborative team player with good interpersonal and communication abilities

• Guaranteed hours based on facility needs for reliable weekly scheduling
• Dedicated recruiter support from United Healthcare Staffing to help you through onboarding and beyond
• Opportunity for contract extension based on strong performance
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your clinical input and growth
• Help navigating facility policies and onboarding so you can focus on patient care
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to a strong rehab/SNF community

Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to or call us at today.

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About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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