Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation
Location: Millville, NJ
Start Date: 12-15-2025
End Date: 03-14-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Day shifts
Hours per Week: 42.5 hrs per week
About United Health Care Staffing
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.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide skilled occupational therapy assistive services to patients under the supervision of an OTR, focusing on functional mobility, ADLs, and adaptive strategies
- Implement treatment plans and document patient progress accurately and timely
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs, and adaptive equipment
- Contribute to a positive, patient-centered environment by advocating for safety and independence
Qualifications
- Current and active New Jersey COTA licensure (required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or willing to obtain)
- Comfortable with documentation in electronic health record systems
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Previous experience in a rehab or skilled nursing setting is preferred but not required
Education
- Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of therapeutic techniques for ADLs, transfers, and adaptive equipment
- Skilled in patient assessment, treatment implementation, and progress reporting
- Ability to follow treatment plans developed by supervising OTRs
- Good clinical judgment, time management, and organizational skills
- Comfort with team-based care and family/caregiver education
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay (exact rate based on experience and company policy)
- Generous paid time off so you can actually take that weekend trip
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
- Referral bonus program — bring a colleague, earn a bonus
- Supportive team culture that values your expertise and growth
- Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities
Travel Perks: Explore Millville, NJ
Explore WheatonArts and the imaginative glass art exhibits just minutes away, visit the Millville Army Air Field Museum for local aviation history, enjoy nearby Delaware Bay and coastal towns for weekend beach trips, and take short drives to Cape May or scenic state parks for hiking and birdwatching — plenty to do when you’re off the clock.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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