COTA Jobs in Tampa, FL

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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Occupational Therapy Asst

  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ruskin, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 28 days ago

Your role as a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) lets you be the connection between dedication to detail and patient outcomes that exceed expectations....

Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Care Coordination - Part-Time or Full-Time

  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Care Coordination Program Occupational Therapy + Care Coordination: The Best of Both Worlds!...

Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Valrico, FL (13 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Valrico, FL (13 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 3 days ago

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation....

Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,418 per week

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Occupational Therapy Assistant job in Plant City FL. Job in Plant City Gr8Jobs

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Though your CompHealth recruiter will be your single point of contact, they're backed by dozens of specialized teams, giving them the ability to focus on the details that matter to you. That means...

COTA - Travel Contract

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago

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

A Facility in FL Is Seeking a Traveling Cota-certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Quick Facts: Monday through Friday schedule with possible weekend appointments 36 hour guarantee, scheduled for 40 hours weekly 85% productivity requirement in SNF setting Skilled nursing facility...

Occupational Therapist Asst, PRN

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Summary We are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

Occupational Therapy Assistant, F/T

  • Dunedin, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dunedin, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Related: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | COTA | AOTA 7e825a30-128e-48e9-b660-d1e8e5c029ff...

Occupational Therapist Assistant FT, PT or PRN

  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist Assistant for Full-time, Part-time, or consistent PRN hours for our beautiful Assisted Living and Independent Living in Plant City, FL....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Sigma Health Rehab *is looking for a Part-time/PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work in a skilled nursing facility....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - St. Petersburg, FL

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Join Our Team as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant!...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA )

  • Brandon, FL (10 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (10 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) Job Summary: The occupational therapy assistant performs patient related activities....

PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 9 days ago

PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant Infinity Rehab - 3.3 Clearwater, FL Job Details PRN Estimated: $60.8K - $74.2K a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Relocation assistance Health insurance...

Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Palm Harbor, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Palm Harbor, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply Degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program Basic computer literacy skills Current CPR certification...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Tampa, FL 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 Tampa, FL
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%