COTA Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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.

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Full-time Wage scale: $26.00 - $49.44 per hour Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Professional Development Your...

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Paramount, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramount, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Acute Rehabilitation Unit Per Diem Wage scale: $28.00-$50.00 per hour Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Advancement Opportunities Your experience...

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School-Based COTA

  • Soliant Health
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

A leading school near Santa Monica, CA is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time, onsite contract position for the upcoming school year....

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COTA in Torrance, CA

  • Soliant Health
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - COTA Job Type Contract Step into a meaningful role supporting elementary students as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) on a full-time basis for the upcoming academic...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant Senior Living

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Whittier, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant Senior Living Reliant Rehabilitation - 2.6 Whittier, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time | PRN $39 - $50 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Occupational Therapy Assistant...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Home Health

  • Home Health Links
  • Altadena, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Altadena, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Home Health Links is seeking compassionate Certified Occupational Therapists Assistants (COTA) to provide coverage throughout Los Angeles and Ventura County....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

  • K12 CORE - West
  • Rosemead, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemead, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

What We're Looking For: Graduate from an Occupational Therapy program Current license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in CA School experience preferred Why You'll Love Working With Us: Competitive...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant Instructor

  • American Career College
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)....

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Expatiate Communication, Inc.
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking a Per-Diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, providing specialized, school-based therapy to K-12 students with...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( Per Diem) (3079)

  • INTERFACE REHAB INC
  • San Fernando, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( Per Diem) (3079) Los Angeles, CA 91345 Apply Overview Position Type Per Diem Apply Description Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Interface Rehab...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • PACS
  • Alhambra, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alhambra, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Alhambra Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our skilled nursing team....

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COTA-Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Kennedy Care Center
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago

COTA-Occupational Therapist Assistant Kennedy Care Center - 1.0 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Part-time 5 hours ago Qualifications Occupational Therapy Assistant License Basic math Data entry Full Job...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Delta Companies
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 days ago

Overview Setting: Home Health Compensation: $1,400 - $1,655 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 13 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: Benefits: Blue...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • University of Southern Mississippi
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

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Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Care Coordination

  • EmpowerMe Wellness
  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance) • 401(k) with match Qualifications What You’ll Bring to EmpowerMe Current professional license in your therapy discipline (PT, PTA, OT, COTA...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
49.0%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Master's Degree
15.1%
High School or GED
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by COTAs in Los Angeles, CA
Less than 1 year
60.5%
1-2 years
14.6%
None
11.2%
6-8 years
9.7%
2-4 years
3.5%
4-6 years
0.5%