COTA Jobs in Madison, WI

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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PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Eden Senior Care
  • Evansville, WI (22 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Evansville, WI (22 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 24 days ago

Qualifications: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing in the state of Wisconsin Current CPR certification....

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PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant - Sun Prairie

  • Enhance Rehabilitation
  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

As an Enhance Rehabilitation occupational therapist assistant, working under the guidance of an occupational therapist, you will be a part of growing team....

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

  • Select Medical
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required....

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PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Functional Pathways
  • Madison, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 90+ days ago

location, Capitol Lakes in Madison, WI, for a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant....

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Madison, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI
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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