COTA - Travel Contract

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Houghton Lake, MI. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. Apply and a recruiter will reach out with details. Minimum RequirementsAssociate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college. Active Michigan COTA license required to start the assignment. BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required; carry current verification if available. Experience working in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or post-acute setting preferred. Demonstrated proficiency with ADL training, splinting, and adaptive equipment recommended as preferred. Client requires ability to document using electronic medical record systems; experience with EMR documentation preferred. Assignment DetailsFacility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility. Location HighlightsHoughton Lake offers a lakeside, small-town lifestyle with outdoor recreation opportunities. Houghton Lake is adjacent to Houghton Lake, which provides boating and fishing within minutes of the facility and is approximately 30 miles north of Roscommon State Forest for hiking and snowmobiling. The area is within a 90-minute drive of Mackinac Bridge and a 2-hour drive to Traverse City, offering access to urban amenities, wineries, and beachfronts on Lake Michigan. Downtown Houghton Lake features local dining, seasonal festivals, and community parks, supporting a relaxed, recreational lifestyle with easy access to state forest trails and regional outdoor attractions. EEO StatementJackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.