COTA Jobs in Trenton, 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 Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications PA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license Minimum of Associates Degree Previous COTA experience preferred EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lower Providence
  • Fairless Hills, PA (5 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (5 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

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

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

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

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

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Occupational Therapy Assistant - Jersey City, NJ

  • Fox Rehabilitation
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Our team is growing, and we're looking for top-caliber Occupational Therapy Assistants to join us in Jersey City and the surrounding area....

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COTA - Skilled Nursing

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

: 13 Weeks Anticipated Schedule: 5x8 Any We`re currently seeking a COTA - Skilled Nursing to join our amazing team with the following qualifications: One or more year(s) of experience as a COTA Licensed...

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Full-time - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Functional Pathways
  • Warrington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Assistant....

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Therapy Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • All Medical Personnel
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Back To Jobs List Therapy - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Job ID: 285245 Location: Central Jersey, NJ Posted: 2026-05-05 Category: Therapy Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy...

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Healthpro Heritage, LLC
  • Abington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Abington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

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

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

  • AMN Healthcare Allied
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1970.00 - $2030.00 Well respected skilled nursing facility (SNF) is...

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Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • St. Mary Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Langhorne, PA (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Who we are: St....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Powerback
  • Wyncote, PA (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wyncote, PA (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Outpatient Rehab - (Per Diem) Hand treatment experience Preferred!

  • Virtua
  • Moorestown, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Moorestown, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Summary: Performs rehabilitative patient treatments as planned, directed and supervised by a physical therapist. Provides objective data describing patient progress. Assists manager/supervisor...

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Neuro Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA OTA Full Time or PRN

  • Allaire Rehab & Nursing
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Neuro Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA OTA Full Time or PRN By checking this box, I agree to the Terms of Use, Cookies and Privacy policies....

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- Florham Park, NJ

  • Fox Rehabilitation
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 90+ 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 Trenton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, 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%