Occupational Therapist Assistant Jobs in Leesburg, FL

An Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by providing support to occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients. They help patients with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses improve their ability to perform daily activities. OTAs often take on the hands-on tasks of therapy sessions, instructing and aiding patients in exercises and activities, monitoring progress, and documenting patient responses. They also assist in preparing treatment areas and equipment. Essential skills for this role include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a compassionate and patient-centered approach, and good physical strength and dexterity to assist patients.

Before becoming an OTA, a person may hold roles such as a Rehabilitation Aide, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant to gain relevant experience. In terms of qualification, becoming an OTA requires completion of an associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and a state license, which involves passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam. Furthermore, OTAs may pursue additional certifications in specialized areas like pediatrics, mental health, or physical rehabilitation to advance their career.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Flexible Schedule

  • Concierge Home Care
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)....

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Occupational Therapist Asst COTA

  • Optum
  • Webster, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Webster, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago

As the Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will be for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability....

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Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Freedom Pointe at The Villages
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Position: Occupational Therapist Assistant- Full Time....

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 9 days ago

Overview Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Leesburg, FL HealthPro Heritage is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in Leesburg, Florida....

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COTA Therapy Services PRN 7am-3pm

  • UF Health
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 11 days ago

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct patient care, as directed by the evaluating Occupational Therapist, to all those patients referred for OT at UF Health Leesburg...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Oxford, FL (17 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oxford, FL (17 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Location: The Villages (Oxford, FL) Schedule: PRN/As Needed Compensation: $35.00/hr....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • AdventHealth Apopka
  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Apopka, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 20 days ago

Education: Associate [Required] Field of Study: Occupational therapy assistant Work Experience: N/A Additional Information: N/A Licenses and Certifications: Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) [Required...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Clermont
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 21 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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Occupational Therapist Assistant, Home Health

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 23 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (12 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 23 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...

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$70/tx-(COTA) Occupational Therapist Assistant, Inverness, FL 34452 in - Home setting

  • Sobe Innovative Rehab
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 26 days ago

Actively Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Job Type: * PRN* Compensation: Competitive...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) - PRN Days Winter Garden Rehab

  • Pam Health
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (21 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant must be flexible to meet the needs of the system within many different facilities....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) - PRN Days Tavares Rehab

  • Pam Health
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tavares, FL (8 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant must be flexible to meet the needs of the system within many different facilities....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) - FT Days Ocoee Rehab

  • Pam Health
  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ocoee, FL (23 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant must be flexible to meet the needs of the system within many different facilities....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • HCA Florida Citrus Hospital
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Inverness, FL (24 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications: We are currently looking for an ambitious (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to our team....

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$50/txs- (COTA) Occupational Therapist Assistant-Paradise Manor ALF Oakland Park, FL 33309 an ALF setting

  • Sobe Innovative Rehab
  • Oakland, FL (19 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oakland, FL (19 miles from Leesburg, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Actively Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Job Type: * PRN* ***A PRN therapist is part of an on-call pool of therapists who work on a per diem basis....

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Assistant Jobs in Leesburg, FL

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Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapist Assistants in Leesburg, FL 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 Occupational Therapist Assistants in Leesburg, FL
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%



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