COTA Jobs in San Francisco, 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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Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Care Coordination Program Occupational Therapy + Care Coordination: The Best of Both Worlds!...

Travel Allied-COTA, Other

  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) We are seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support occupational therapists in providing therapeutic care....

Travel Allied-COTA, Rehab

  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

COTA - Rehab We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team....

Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA) - 912853

  • Greenbrae, CA (13 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Greenbrae, CA (13 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Location: Greenbrae, CA Start Date: 06/23/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: SNF Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity...

Travel Long Term Care (LTC) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,863 per week

  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Healthcare Pros, Inc. is seeking a travel Long Term Care (LTC) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Hayward, California....

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - SNF. Job in Daly City Gr8Jobs

  • Daly City, CA (6 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Daly City, CA (6 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant: Associate's degree from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Program....

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,872 per week. Job in Concord Gr8Jobs

  • Concord, CA (24 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Concord, CA (24 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Synergy Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Concord, California....

Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,666 per week. Job in Hayward Gr8Jobs

  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Triage Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Hayward, California....

Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,666 per week in Hayward, CA. Job in Castro Valley Gr8Jobs

  • Castro Valley, CA (16 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Castro Valley, CA (16 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant...

OTA / Occupational Therapy Assistant in UNION CITY, CA

  • Union City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Union City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Estimated payment breakdown $1,690 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends Specialty: OTA Start Date: 7/21/2025 Duration: 13 40 hours per week Shift: 5-8s Days Employment Type: Traveler...

Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $2,041 per week

  • Larkspur, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Larkspur, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility....

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,520 per week. Job in Larkspur Gr8Jobs

  • Larkspur, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Larkspur, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Larkspur, California....

Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,484 per week. Job in Greenbrae Gr8Jobs

  • Kentfield, CA (13 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kentfield, CA (13 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Triage Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Greenbrae, California....

Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,420 per week Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in San Leandro, California....

Remote Work

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Rehabilitation - 5x8 Days

  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license within the state of practice....

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Salary for COTA Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for COTA positions.



Highest Education Level

COTAs in San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
49.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Master's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
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 San Francisco, 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%