Travel as an Occupational Therapist Assistant
Become an LRS Healthcare OTA or COTA Traveler Today!
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Traveling as an OTA/COTA with LRS Healthcare
Healthcare travel assignments open doors for career freedom! As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you make an incredible impact on those in your care, and as a traveler, you’ll be providing staffing relief to hospital staff and the facilities you serve. It’s the best of both worlds.
We know the healthcare industry never stands still, and neither do we. Our team of specialized recruiters will quickly help you find the travel healthcare job you’ve always wanted. And when you do, we’ll be there to support you whenever you need us, every step of the way.
Browse the current OTA/COTA jobs at LRS Healthcare and apply today.
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What to expect
Applying for OTA/COTA Travel Jobs
Get the process started by applying. Once we have your information, a recruiter will get in touch with you to finalize your application and learn your aspirations to get you placed at an exceptional facility.
Download the Complete Checklist for Every New Healthcare Travel Assignment
The Perks
of Traveling as an OTA/COTA
Working as an Occupational Therapist Assistant traveler gives you the liberty to take control of your career. You get to choose when and how you work while our team of recruiters works to make sure you have the best opportunities to choose from. Consider us your career co-pilot.
Additional perks include:
Excellent Weekly Pay
Competitive pay packages and weekly payroll you can count on. Apply Now!
Excellent Weekly Pay
Competitive pay packages and weekly payroll you can count on. Apply Now!
Explore New Cities
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Explore New Cities
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Fun and Flexible Lifestyle
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Fun and Flexible Lifestyle
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On-the-Job Experiences
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On-the-Job Experiences
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Professional Growth
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Professional Growth
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Extended Time Off Between Assignments
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Extended Time Off Between Assignments
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Meet New People
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Meet New People
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24-Hour Support
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24-Hour Support
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With all of this change and excitement, it may take some time to get comfortable in your new job and location. Don’t worry this is expected and your recruiter will be there at every step of your journey!
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Frequently
Asked Questions
01. Healthcare traveler requirements vary by facility and state. To ensure that you are ready to go when a recruiter contacts you, we recommend that:
• All professional licenses and certifications are updated and ready to go before you apply.
• You have any additional licenses that may be required based on your assignment’s location.
• You are a new graduate or have on-the-job experience as an OTA/COTA.
02. Like we do most things, it’s important to do your research. You’ll want to pick a reputable healthcare staffing agency like LRS Healthcare. Our recruiters take pride in listening to your requests and finding you the best travel job that pays well and matches your lifestyle and interests. Once all credentialing and background checks are completed and if the facility makes an offer, you’ll be well on your way to your new adventure!
03. Depends on various factors such as the job, destination, facility, and agency you work with. You will also want to check if sites and job boards that promote weekly pay either display the pay before or after taxes and include or exclude travel and housing stipends. These variables affect what your take-home pay could be and could potentially vary from the number promoted on the job post. For the most accurate estimate, reach out to your LRS Healthcare recruiter. They will outline your personalized pay package with you, so you know what to expect on each pay stub.
04. A standard Occupational Therapist Assistant travel assignment is 13 weeks. By the end of your assignment, you will move on from tourist status and call this city one of your many homes. If you happen to find yourself attached to your assignment, you can always request an extension.
24/7/365 Benefits
Beyond-Your-Basic Benefits
Insurance
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Insurance
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PerkSpot
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PerkSpot
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Licensure Reimbursement
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Licensure Reimbursement
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Certification Reimbursement
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Certification Reimbursement
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401(k)
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401(k)
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Traveler Experience Team
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Traveler Experience Team
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24-Hour Support
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24-Hour Support
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Referral Bonus
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Referral Bonus
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LifeWorks EAP
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LifeWorks EAP
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Clinical Team
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Clinical Team
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Healthcare Traveler App
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Healthcare Traveler App
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Why Choose LRS Healthcare?
Your success is our priority. That’s why we make the traveler experience easy, so you can spend more time living your life and caring for your patients. Here are just a few more reasons to travel with us.
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Traveler First:
You’re never just a number to us. We take the time to learn about you, including your career goals and desired destinations. Your recruiter will guide you from one assignment to the next and be your advocate throughout your journey with us.
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Responsive:
Submit your online application, and we’ll be in touch right away. Once we’ve gotten to know you and matched you to an ideal position, we’ll work together to collect the rest of the details.
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Full Service:
Along with your recruiter, you’ll have access to our dedicated operations and traveler experience teams. They help take care of all the details to make your assignment the very best it can be. You won’t go it alone—you can contact us any time, 24/7/365.
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Traveler App:
LRS Connect is our job search and employment app designed specifically for healthcare travelers. Start your profile to set up custom job preferences and we’ll notify you (in real time) as soon as your dream job becomes available! When you’re ready, you can apply with ease directly through the app with one simple click!