COTA Jobs in Michigan

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 Therapist Assistant

  • Lapeer, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lapeer, MI
  • 6 hours ago

Preferred: One year of occupational therapist assistant experience....

COTA - Travel Contract

  • Adrian, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Adrian, MI
  • 2 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-PRN

  • Hart, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Hart, MI
  • 5 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed in the state(s) where services are being provided as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Hillsdale, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Hillsdale, MI
  • 7 days ago

Overview HealthPro Heritage has a great PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity for Hillsdale County Medical Care in Hillsdale, MI....

Occupational Therapy Assistant Acute Rehab

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 days ago

Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Upon Hire (Required) Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association or Basic Life Support...

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Hillsdale, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Hillsdale, MI
  • 8 days ago

Licensure : Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

Occupational Therapy Assistant -Full-time

  • Waterford, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterford, MI
  • 9 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed in the state(s) where services are being provided as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Shelby Township, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities **Title:** Occupational Therapy Assistant **Location/work environment:** In facility **Reporting structure:** Reporting to Director of Rehab As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you...

Full-time or Part time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at our newest location, Covenant Living of the Great Lakes in Grand Rapids, MI for a Full-time or Part Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

  • Novi, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Novi, MI
  • 17 days ago

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Job Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary...

Occupational Therapist Assistant Pine Ridge PRN

  • Stevensville, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Stevensville, MI
  • 22 days ago

Therapist Assistant (OTA) - STATE_MI #N/A Upon Hire CRT-Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Upon Hire required LIC-Driver's...

COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Rehabilitation in Battle Creek, IA

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 22 days ago

Solutions is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT setting, in Battle Creek, IA!...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Saint Clair Shores, MI
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Clair Shores, MI
  • 25 days ago

**Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant** **Job Summary:** As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at [Company Name], you will play a crucial role in assisting our occupational...

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - Contract

  • Wakefield, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wakefield, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

  • Okemos, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Okemos, MI
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Job Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for COTA positions.



Highest Education Level

COTAs in Michigan 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 Michigan
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%