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 Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 2 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....

Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified (COTA) - Acute Care

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

Therapy Asst - Missouri Division of Professional Registration State of Work Location: Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Occupational Therapy...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Madison, WI
  • 18 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 18 days ago

Join our team as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Shorewood Behaviorail Health Full time Days Weekend and holiday rotation Full benefits This person must have weekend availability, as...

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

  • Stoughton, WI (13 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stoughton, WI (13 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem Stoughton, WI 53589 Compensation $30.00 - $35.00/hour Job Description Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to apply Employment Type: Per...

Certified OT Assistant 00 - Psychiatric OT-Adolescent: 0.0 FTE

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

Compensation: $28.50 Hours Per Week: 0-40 Weekends: Some Non-Benefit Eligible The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) assists and works under the clinical direction of the Occupational Therapist...

PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant - Sun Prairie

  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 90+ 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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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
49.1%
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 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%