COTA Jobs in Lakewood, NJ

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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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled)

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

\r\n Required Qualifications Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Skilled Experience: 1 year References: 1 Reference in entire work history\r\n Preferred Qualifications Rehab Optima\r\n\r\n\r\n...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel assignment in Toms River New Jersey....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Travel Job ID 1120458 Posted 36 days ago CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - SKILLED Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled JOB...

Full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at our newest location, The Manor in Freehold, NJ for a Full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at our newest location, The Manor in Freehold, NJ for a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

COTA - Travel Contract

  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Jackson is currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a contract position at a state-of-the-art facility to work under the supervision and direction...

Cota

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

ID: 53495877 Shift: 08:30:00 - 16:30:00 Description: Complete Care at Green Acres Guaranteed Hours: 0 Contract Weeks:89

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - 5x8 Days

  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

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

Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,683 per week

  • Jackson, NJ (8 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jackson, NJ (8 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant Occupational Therapist Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Start Date: 04/14/2025 04/14/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 40 hours per week 40 hours per...

Solutions is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT setting, in Lakewood Township, NJ!...

COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Rehabilitation in Brick Township, NJ

  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (5 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Solutions is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT setting, in Brick Township, NJ!...

Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,863 per week

  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (6 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

: Occupational Therapist Assistant Occupational Therapist Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Start Date: ASAP ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 40 hours per week 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours,...

Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

LOCATION: CLIENT: SETTING: START DATE: GUARANTEE: ASSIGNMENT LENGTH: 13 Weeks REQUESTED EXPERIENCE: STAFF: EMR: CASELOAD / PATIENT SCHEDULING: SCHEDULE: ADDITIONAL INFO: LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS:...

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA

  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Therapist Assistant, COTA Job Description: The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) supports the Occupational Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans....

Travel COTA (758154)

  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (11 miles from Lakewood, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Travel - COTA Weekly Gross Pay: $1300 - $1500 Location: Freehold, NJ, United States Start date: 03-17-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Lakewood, NJ

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Lakewood, NJ 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
3.3%
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 Lakewood, NJ
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%