Location: Lanham, MD

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $39 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support patients through meaningful, client-centered interventions that improve daily living skills
• Implement treatment plans under the supervision of the occupational therapy team to achieve measurable goals
• Conduct skilled therapeutic activities and adapt techniques to meet each patient’s needs
• Document progress and outcomes clearly and timely in the patient record
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists and families to ensure coordinated, holistic care
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies, home programs and safety

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential (required)
• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (required)
• Current state licensure or eligibility to practice in Maryland (obtain or transferable as needed)
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification (preferred or willing to obtain)
• Comfort working with diverse patient populations in a rehab/contract setting
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to patient care

Education

• Associate degree or diploma from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in therapeutic activity planning and adaptive techniques
• Proficient with patient assessment, goal-setting, and progress documentation
• Familiarity with assistive devices, mobility training and ADL/IADL interventions
• Good clinical judgment, time management and teamwork abilities
• Comfortable using electronic medical records and standard documentation practices

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and energized
• Generous housing assistance options for travel clinicians to help you settle in quickly
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Supportive team culture where your skills and compassion are valued every day
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back at your best
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, help a teammate, earn rewards
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support to make relocation smooth
• Opportunities for continuing education and career development

Travel Perks: Explore Lanham, MD

This travel assignment places you in Lanham, MD — a convenient launching point for exploring the D.C. region. Enjoy quick trips to the National Mall and Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C., stroll or bike the trails at nearby Greenbelt Park, visit the waterfront attractions at National Harbor, or spend a weekend at historic Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay. For some local thrills, Six Flags America in Bowie is a short drive away. Plenty of dining options, suburban comforts, and easy access to major highways and transit make Lanham a comfortable and fun base for your 14-week assignment.

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