Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - School
Travel
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - School

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - School

Weekly Pay *
$1,777 - $1,947

7.5 D

Aug 11, 2025

42 Wks

1 Position

38 Hrs/wk

JOB DETAILS

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a Hemet, CA school district to hire a qualified Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with one of the top districts in the area, providing services to children of all ages. Generally, the COTA will address motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive functions that impact a student's academics, self-care skills, play, and social participation, as well as transitional skills.
Responsibilities for this role include:
Partner with the district as a member of a collaborative team to help students achieve their academic goals.
Screen and evaluate students referred to Occupational Therapy services.
Appropriately collect data and report findings.
Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services as required.
Maintain accurate documentation and billing per district and state standards.
The COTA will provide training and resources for teachers and staff on effective strategies to improve participation and progress toward educational goals.
Participate in a collaborative team and maintain clear communication with teachers, district staff, and families regarding student performance.

REQUIREMENTS

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, School Licenses: OTA-CA Completion of an associate’s degree or higher education
Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in CA
(Some States) Completion of the Substantial Equivalency Assessment (SEA)

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Clear, articulate communication skills
Ability to explain results to a varied audience
Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
Completion of a criminal record and background check

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!

FACILITY

School

AREA OVERVIEW

Fishing, hiking, boating and golfing—Hemet, "California’s Desert Gem," has it all. Enjoy the outdoors at Diamond Valley Lake and Mount San Jacinto State Park, or a natural amphitheater that hosts America’s longest-running drama. Summer brings a popular Shakespeare Festival, and Temecula’s award-winning wineries are only an hour away, as are the resort towns of Palm Springs and Palm Desert—famous for shopping, dining, and world-class spas.

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.

* Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.


Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.