Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Chipley, FL
Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied
Pay: $1,654 to $1,704 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 7 hours
Contract Duration: 32 Weeks
Start Date: 10/19/2026

About the Position

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - School - (COTA - School)
StartDate: 10/19/2026 Available Shifts: 7 D Pay Rate: $1654.00 - $1704.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a Chipley, Florida school district to hire a qualified Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with one of the top districts in the area, providing services to children of all ages. Generally, the COTA will address motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive functions that impact a student's academics, self-care skills, play, and social participation, as well as transitional skills. Responsibilities for this role include: Partner with the district as a member of a collaborative team to help students achieve their academic goals. Screen and evaluate students referred to Occupational Therapy services. Appropriately collect data and report findings. Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services as required. Maintain accurate documentation and billing per district and state standards. The COTA will provide training and resources for teachers and staff on effective strategies to improve participation and progress toward educational goals. Participate in a collaborative team and maintain clear communication with teachers, district staff, and families regarding student performance.

Required Qualifications
MUST HAVE ACTIVE FL LICENSE Completion of an associate’s degree or higher education
Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in [STATE]
(Some States) Completion of the Substantial Equivalency Assessment (SEA)

Preferred Qualifications
Clear, articulate communication skills
Ability to explain results to a varied audience
Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
Completion of a criminal record and background check

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

MUST HAVE ACTIVE FL LICENSE Completion of an associate’s degree or higher education Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in [STATE] (Some States) Completion of the Substantial Equivalency Assessment (SEA)

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!

Job Tags

Extra income, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work

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