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Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$76,536 / year median in the U.S.
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation.
- Minimum Requirements:
- + Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice + Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant required + One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age •Benefits•At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs •Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
- About Amergis
- Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Job Category:
- Allied
- Job Function:
- Allied | Occupational Therapy Assistant | Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Job Type:
- Travel
- Setting:
- Healthcare Facilities
- Position Type:
- Healthcare
- Office Number:
- 0262
- Contract Duration:
- 13 •
Pay Rate:
- $1890 / Week
- Date Posted:
- 2026-09-08T17:58:48
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance