COTA Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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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COTA - Outpatient Clinic, PRN

  • Lees Summit, MO (20 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (20 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Education: Current licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant is required....

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in...

Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - Care Coordination

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago

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

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 5 days ago

We are growing and looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team. We want a COTA that believes in the benefits of occupational therapy and has a passion for what they do....

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - PRN Overland Park Rehab

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA), under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, is responsible for direct patient care, planning and implementing specific treatment...

Part Time Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 11 days ago

Experience an Occupational Therapy Assistant career that's full of joy, purpose, and opportunities to grow....

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • North Kansas City, MO (3 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Kansas City, MO (3 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 13 days ago

As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)joining our team, you&re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Leavenworth, KS (17 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Leavenworth, KS (17 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 15 days ago

We are currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants for our SEK region....

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Needed in the Kansas City Area!

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 16 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 16 days ago

Category Schools - COTA Job Type Contract Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - 2025/2026 School Year Location: 66101 (KS) We are seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant...

Home Health COTA

  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 16 days ago

Independence and Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Availability Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant's work in conjunction with the licensed occupational therapist...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 21 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 21 days ago

Category Schools - COTA Job Type Contract Soliant is seeking a motivated and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team for the upcoming school year. : Full-Time Onsite Only Caseload...

Occupational Therapist Assistant Full Time, or consistent PRN

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 24 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 24 days ago

The Occupational Therapy Assistant participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of Occupational Therapy....

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) $3,500 sign-on bonus full-time

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 25 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in...

Occupational Therapist Assistant - Site Coordinator

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 25 days ago

We currently have an opening for a caring and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Site Coordinator to join our excellent team of rehab professionals....

Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA - PRN

  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (14 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 25 days ago

Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Kansas.* Lakeview Village in Lenexa, Kansas is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that offers a variety of living...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Kansas City, KS offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
49.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
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 Kansas City, KS
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%