Occupation Therapist Assistant in Fairfax, VA with $1800 Weekly Gross

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a travel/contract position in Fairfax, VA. We are accepting both local and traveler candidates.

Position Details:

Position Name: Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

Location: Fairfax, Virginia 

Specialty: COTA 

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Full-time, Travel, Contract, Temporary

Contract Length: 13 weeks contract -Accepting Local and Travel Candidates

Pay Rate: Range $1720 to $1800 Weekly Gross pay based on a 40-hour work week (Includes non-taxable travel/housing and M&I stipend available for qualified/eligible travelers)

Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50/mile for distance covered between patient home appointments

Unit: Home Health

Shifts available: Days

Position Requirements:

• Current COTA experience: 1+ years - Required
  


• Recent/Current Home Health COTA experience: Required 
  

Education, License and Certification Requirements:

• Current State License as COTA or Compact if applicable - Required 
  


• BLS Certification from AHA or American Red Cross - Required
  

Job Description:

• COTAs implement treatment plans designed by the supervising OT, focusing on activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, and therapeutic exercises.
  


• Educate patients and their families on the proper use of assistive devices, home exercise programs, and techniques to improve function and safety.
  


• Observe and document patient progress, reporting any changes or concerns to the OTR.
  


• Work closely with the OT and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
  


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatment sessions, progress notes, and other required paperwork.
  


• Providing support and guidance to patients and families in adapting to functional limitations.
  


• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings.
  


• Ensuring the therapy environment and equipment are safe and organized.
  


• ​Territories to cover: Faifax & Prince William Counties and 50 mile radius