COTA - Travel Contract Job at Jackson Therapy Partners, Porterville, CA

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Porterville, CA

Job Description

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Porterville, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you are ready to make a measurable difference, apply and a recruiter will contact you with details.

Minimum Requirements

  • Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
  • Active California COTA license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
  • Experience in skilled nursing facility or post-acute care preferred.
  • Ability to work within an in-house therapy team and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff preferred.
  • New graduates welcome; manager provides focused training and mentorship.

Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
  • Shift Name: Days.
  • Clinicians may be asked to redeploy or float to other facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Porterville offers access to major outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living compared with many California cities. The city sits near the gateway to Sequoia National Forest and Sequoia National Monument, within roughly 30–60 miles of giant sequoia groves and hiking trails. Porterville is about a 1.5–2 hour drive to the Sierra Nevada foothills and provides access to rock climbing, camping, fishing, and river recreation. The area fits an outdoors-oriented lifestyle while offering a small-city, suburban atmosphere with local dining and regional transit connections to larger Central Valley hubs.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. A recruiter will explain full benefits when you apply.

  • Weekly, on-time pay.
  • Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
  • 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
  • Competitive referral bonuses.
  • Housing options and travel/license reimbursement available.

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.

Thank you for your time and responsiveness. A recruiter will follow up to confirm details and next steps.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Local area, Shift work

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