COTA Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

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 - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 8 days ago

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a hospital in Frederick, MD....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Mobile Outpatient

  • Powerback Rehabilitation
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision...

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Cota

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

COTA with active license(s) in the state(s) in which employed and practices....

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Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Catonsville, MD (24 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Catonsville, MD (24 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Catonsville, Maryland Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapy...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • PowerBack Rehabilitation
  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards. 2....

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COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Rehabilitation in LANHAM, MD

  • Ardor Health Solutions
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Health Solutions is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT setting, in LANHAM, MD!...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled

  • AMN Corporate
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (18 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 6 days ago

BENEFITS Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance...

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Travel Allied-COTA, Rehab

  • StaffDNA
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 9 days ago

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

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Occupational Therapy Assistant - Outpatient - License Required

  • Career Tree Network
  • Rockville, MD (4 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (4 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Therapy Assistant License Full Job Description ATTENTION: This position requires graduation from an Occupational Therapy Assistant college program and a state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant - Pediatrics

  • Bonsai Rehab
  • Rockville, MD (4 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (4 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Job Requirements: State licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant Open to all experience levels, including new grads....

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Occupational Therapist/ Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Summer, and or 26/27 year)

  • Soliant Health
  • Ellicott City, MD (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ellicott City, MD (22 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School-Based Opportunity Ellicott City, Maryland (21043) We are actively hiring...

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Clinic Director I - Licensed Therapist COTA/PTA - Care Coordination

  • EmpowerMe Wellness
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 13 days ago

What You’ll Need Degree from an accredited OT, PT, COTA, PTA, or SLP program Active ASHA Certification Required for SLP candidates Current state licensure in OT, PT, COTA, PTA or SLP Excellent verbal...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Preferred Healthcare Staffing
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Skilled Nursing FacilityCOTA Job Summary:We are looking for a talented Certified Occupational...

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Cota

  • SPECIALTY Professional Services
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago

COTA * Travel * Lanham, MD 20706 * Posted 14 hours ago * Profession: Occupational Therapy * Specialty: COTA * Shift: 5x8 Days * Start Date: 06/08/2026 * End Date: 09/07/2026 * Duration: 13 Weeks * Job...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Outpatient Clinic

  • Accountable Healthcare Staffing
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (20 miles from Gaithersburg, MD)
  • 14 days ago

$1,638.00 - $1,820.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for COTA positions.

Highest Education Level

COTAs in Gaithersburg, MD 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 Gaithersburg, MD
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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