Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,371 per week

Company: TNAA TotalMed Allied
Location: Newark
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Brick Township, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant - Discipline: Therapy - Duration: 14 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Brick Township, NJ. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements. As a OTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities. As an OTA, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks: - Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT. - Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments. - Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines. - Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment. - Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment. - Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care. - Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards. Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification. State-specific licensure is required. OTAs should be able to lift and assist patients safely, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles. Requirements*: BLS, NBCOT (COTA), 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment. TotalMed Allied Job ID 1333666. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA - Travel About TNAA TotalMed Allied In the fast-paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter - traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career. Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no pressure atmosphere. We care like no other so that you can care like no other. What the TotalMed experience can offer you: - Top paying contracts - 24x7 concierge one-on-one service to meet your needs - Long or short term contracts available nationwide - Top 10 agency per recent traveler surveys - Highway Hypodermics http://highwayhypodermics.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/2016_TopTenTravelCompanies.pdf - Travel Nursing Central http://www.travelnursingcentral.com/Toptentravelnursingcompanies.php Come experience the “Care like no other” difference!

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