COTA Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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 (COTA) - Home Health - Full Time

  • Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 14 days ago

Overview Looking for a career that makes a difference every day? Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nations largest home-based care providers. Consistently...

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Occupational Therapist Assistant- COTA/OTA

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago

occupational therapy assistant training program Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification in state of practice Current Live CPR Certification Two-step TB skin test required Proof of Auto...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Saber Health Group
  • Fishersville, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fishersville, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Empower healing and restore independence - join our compassionate therapy team in a skilled nursing facility and make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every step of the way!...

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COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago

: Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program and active COTA license in Virginia Minimum 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare Knowledge...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Genesis Healthcare
  • Fishersville, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fishersville, VA (23 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for COTA positions.

Highest Education Level

COTAs in Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA
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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