COTA Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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 Home Health

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will: Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patients Plan of...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)** **Location:** Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - 630 S. Pearl St, Tacoma 98465....

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Elevate Your Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Career with Us!...

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Location: Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - 630 S. Pearl St, Tacoma 98465....

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Dupont, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dupont, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence....

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

Quick Facts: Monday Friday schedule with no weekends or call 30 units per day productivity target Home health setting serving adult patients EMR: HCHB Home health experience required CompHealth...

Occupational Therapy Aide

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - CERTI025464

  • Seahurst, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seahurst, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)** **Wage:** $35.00 - $45.00 **Status**: Full-time **Location:** Avamere Rehab of Burien - 1031 SW 130th St, Burien 98146 **Apply at Teamavamere.com**...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN - CERTI025435

  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)** **Status:** PRN **Schedule:** Flexible **Wage:** $40 - $45 **Location:** Avamere at Ridgemont - 2051 Pottery Ave, Port Orchard, WA 98366 **Apply at...

Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • University Place, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • University Place, WA
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the CHI Franciscan Home Health team....

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Tacoma, Washington....

Cota-certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Is Wanted for Locum Tenens Coverage in WA

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Quick Facts: 8-hour day shifts with no weekends or on-call requirements Skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility focused on post-acute care Focus on therapeutic activities and motor skills...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA
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%