Description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied
Pay: $1,804 to $1,859 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 8 Weeks
Start Date: 8/17/2026

About the Position

Job Description & Requirements
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute - (COTA - Acute)
StartDate: 8/17/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1804.00 - $1859.00

This job supports a special project for an 8-week travel assignment. Travel Occupational Therapist jobs in Bakersfield, CA with AMN Healthcare let you help patients regain independence and function in acute and inpatient rehab settings. You will evaluate patient needs, develop treatment plans, and guide patients through exercises and activities of daily living. Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program, a current California OT license, and experience in acute rehab and inpatient rehab. Familiarity with EMR systems is recommended[1]. Bakersfield offers vibrant arts, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds higher ethical standards in business practices. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist assignment in Bakersfield, CA.

Required Qualifications
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Acute
Experience: 2 years
OTA-CA
Certifications: BLS(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Associate's/Technical Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required

Preferred Qualifications
Two years' rehabilitative services experience or equivalent education: Preferred
Two years' occupational therapy experience: Preferred

Facility Location
Surrounded by mountain ranges, wildflowers and the Kern River, Bakersfield is the ideal destination for anyone seeking an abundance of recreational opportunities. Hike the neighboring Sierra Nevada Mountains, enjoy whitewater rafting or kayaking, or explore the vibrant downtown district. Boasting a dynamic musical community, the city is also known as the birthplace of the country music genre known as the “Bakersfield sound.”

Job 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!

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.

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Requirements

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Acute Experience: 2 years OTA-CA Certifications: BLS(Copy needed) SSN Required DOB Required References: 1 Reference in entire work history High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Associate's/Technical Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required

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!