Occupational Therapist Assistant Jobs in Oklahoma

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 Therapist Assistant, Certified COTA

  • Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital (Oklahoma City)
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified (COTA)- FT Who we are: Your experience matters Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Oklahoma City North is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy....

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Occupational Therapist Assistant, Certified (COTA)

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Ada, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ada, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) About us Mercy Hospital Ada, Oklahoma, is a 159-bed, acute-care facility serving Pontotoc County and the surrounding areas in south-central Oklahoma...

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Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Cherokee Nation
  • Claremore, OK
  • 1 hour ago
  • Claremore, OK
  • 1 hour ago

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • Must possess and maintain an Occupational Therapist Assistant License issued by the Oklahoma Medical Board. • Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintain...

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COTA - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Stillwater, OK
  • 2 hours ago
  • Stillwater, OK
  • 2 hours ago

We are hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role in Stillwater, OK at a skilled nursing facility....

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Cota

  • National Staffing Solutions
  • McAlester, OK
  • 8 hours ago
  • McAlester, OK
  • 8 hours ago

Details of the COTA opening in Mcalester, OK: Anticipated Start Date: 06/02/2026 Anticipated Pay Range: $1158.3 - $1337.7 Work Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Anticipated Duration of Assignment:...

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School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Edmond, Oklahoma

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Edmond, OK
  • 15 hours ago
  • Edmond, OK
  • 15 hours ago

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students growth and development as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)....

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Full-Time

  • Mercy
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago

Licensure: Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice....

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA/L)

  • Community LIFE
  • Grove, OK
  • 4 days ago
  • Grove, OK
  • 4 days ago

Therapy....

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

  • PACS
  • OK
  • 4 days ago
  • OK
  • 4 days ago

Now Hiring: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Join the Premier In-House Rehab Team at City View Post Acute Location: San Francisco Facility: City View Post Acute Compensation: $49-$50/...

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

  • Pam Health
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 5 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 (OTA)

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 5 days ago

therapy services under the direction of the supervising OT Carry out established plans of care and help patients regain independence with daily activities Document patient progress and communicate...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Sayre, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Sayre, OK
  • 5 days ago

Rehabilitation standards and the principles of occupational therapy....

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Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Tulsa

  • Bilingual Pediatric Therapies
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 6 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 6 days ago

Contact Danielle Taylor, Director of Occupational Therapy at [email protected]....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PT - Norman Regional 9

  • Norman, OK
  • 6 days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 6 days ago

Experience Experience with pedirics or lymphedema preferred....

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Travel Allied-COTA, Rehab

  • StaffDNA
  • McAlester, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • McAlester, OK
  • 9 days ago

COTA - Rehab We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team....

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Assistant Jobs in Oklahoma

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Occupational Therapist Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapist Assistants in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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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