COTA Jobs
A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by implementing treatment plans that help individuals recover, improve or maintain the skills required for daily living and working. They work under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist and use therapeutic techniques to assist patients in performing activities of all types, ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs such as dressing, cooking, and eating. A COTA may work with individuals who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities, helping them develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living.
Important skills for a COTA include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and patience. They should also have a deep understanding of human anatomy and medical terminologies. For certifications, a COTA must have an associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and must pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) COTA examination to gain certification. Before becoming a COTA, a person may have roles such as a physical therapy aide, a rehabilitation aide, or a direct care staff member in a healthcare facility.

Occupational Therapy Assistant
- TheraPeeds Family Center
- Davie, FL
- 1 day ago
- TheraPeeds Family Center
- Davie, FL
- 1 day ago
Position Title: CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA) Reports to: Clinical Supervisor/Clinical Director Job Description: TheraPeeds Family Center is a premier, world renown therapy center...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- S P O T, INC
- Redding, CA
- 12 days ago
- S P O T, INC
- Redding, CA
- 12 days ago
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Join our team at S P O T, INC in Redding, CA 96001 and make a difference in the lives of our pediatric clients....
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation....
As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will: Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patients Plan of...
COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full, Part Time & PRN
- Austin, CO
- 9 days ago
- Austin, CO
- 9 days ago
Willow Tree Care Center - Delta, Colorado Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant ~ COTA Pay Rate - $27Hr - $38Hr DOE - Full, Part Time & PRN BENEFITS OFFERED - Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance...
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant ~ COTA La Villa Grande Care Center ~ Grand Junction, CO Skilled Nursing Community Pay Rate - $27Hr - $38Hr DOE - PRN BENEFITS OFFERED - Health, Vision, and...
Requirements: Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program. State licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Job Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary...
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Job Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary...
Performs occupational therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the Coordinator of COTA Services or the supervising OT....
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Clifton Springs Nursing Home
- Clifton Springs, NY
- 13 days ago
- Clifton Springs, NY
- 13 days ago
REQUIRED QUALIFICTIONS: Associates Degree or Certificate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school....
New Hanover Regional Medical Center is looking for a Full-Time Occupational Therapist Assistant. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work in an Acute Care setting....
Licensed currently, or in the process of obtaining a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) credential....
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation....
Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
- Rochester, MN
- 29 days ago
- Rochester, MN
- 29 days ago
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Your Schedule, Your Way! What sets EmpowerMe Wellness apart from other therapy providers? Its simple: we offer truly flexible scheduling....
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- Outpatient Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
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