School Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
National City, CAContract / Other$2,260/wkSeen 2w ago
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Amergis Staffing seeks Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants for the 2026/2027 school year in National City, CA, providing OT services to students under therapist supervision, with weekly pay and full‑time schedule.
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Full job description
Amergis Staffing is currently seeking Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants for the 2026/2027 school year in the National City, CA area.
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation to students in the school setting.
Position Details:
Pay: $2260 Weekly (Travel candidates for 50+ miles)
Local Pay: $1800 Weekly
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Hours/Week: 40 Hours Weekly
Start Date: September 2026
Length: 2026/2027 School Year
Settings : Floating between schools
Minimum Requirements:
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Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice
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Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant required
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One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred
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Pediatric experience preferred
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Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
Amergis Advantages
Weekly pay through direct deposit
We have offices in most major cities across the country
Premium pay rates with tax advantage compensation
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available on 1st of month
Weekly pay through direct deposit
Accessible via office phone, email, or text
Emergency, On-call line, available 24/7
Feel free to contact me if you are interested. Email: [email protected] or Phone: (813) 371-7160
Looking forward to connecting you to work that matters!
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | Occupational Therapy Assistant | Occupational Therapy Assistant School
Job Type: Travel
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0671
Contract Duration: 52
Pay Rate: $2260 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-08-26T20:41:04
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