COTA Jobs in Indiana

COTA jobs in Indiana are concentrated in skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation centers, pediatric outpatient clinics, and school-based therapy programs, with demand running from new-graduate entry level through senior clinician. The heaviest hiring activity is in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Evansville, where employers like Kindred Healthcare, Ascension Health, and Covenant Care maintain large therapy staffs. The most consistently sought specialties in Indiana are geriatric rehab, pediatrics, and hand therapy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles56
Top employerTrilogy Health Services
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring36
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Full or Part - Time
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Full or Part - Time
Theracare Inc
La Porte, Indiana
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Rehab Program Manager
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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Rehab Program Manager
Aegis Therapies
Indianapolis, Indiana
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
5,001-10,000

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Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA
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Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA
Aegis Therapies
Muncie, Indiana
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
5,001-10,000

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Outpatient Cota - Pediatrics
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Outpatient Cota - Pediatrics
Powers Health
Munster, Indiana
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
HealthPRO Heritage
Bloomington, Indiana
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$32 - $37/hr
Associate's degree in occupational therapy
5,001-10,000

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COTA Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Indianapolis
6 jobs
Evansville
4 jobs
Lafayette
3 jobs
Fort Wayne
3 jobs
Jasper
2 jobs
Muncie
2 jobs
Warsaw
2 jobs
Munster
2 jobs
Portage
2 jobs

COTA Job Market in Indiana

A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Trilogy Health Services7 open roles
HealthPRO Heritage4 open roles
American Senior Communities4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in COTA jobs across Indiana.

  • Active Indiana cota license issued by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
  • Current NBCOT certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Associate degree in occupational therapy assistant from an accredited program
  • Basic Life Support certification or willingness to obtain before start date
  • Minimum one year of clinical experience in a skilled nursing or rehab setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as PointClickCare or Raintree

COTA Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cota in Indiana?

You must earn an associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program, complete the required fieldwork hours, and pass the NBCOT certification exam to earn the COTA credential. You then apply for licensure through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, which issues the state license required to practice. Indiana does not participate in the OTA licensure compact, so out-of-state cotas must apply for a full Indiana license before working in the state.

Which companies hire cotas in Indiana?

Employers hiring cotas in Indiana right now include Trilogy Health Services, HealthPRO Heritage, and American Senior Communities, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Indiana's high concentration of skilled nursing and long-term care facilities means therapy staffing agencies and regional rehabilitation networks are consistently among the most active hirers alongside hospital systems.

Which Indiana cities have the most cota jobs?

Indianapolis, Evansville, and Lafayette have the most cota openings in Indiana. Indianapolis leads as the state's largest metro and home to major health systems and rehabilitation networks, while Fort Wayne and Evansville draw consistent demand from their strong concentrations of skilled nursing facilities, regional hospitals, and outpatient therapy practices that serve surrounding rural communities.

Are there remote cota jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Cota work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct patient treatment, so the vast majority of roles are on-site. About 0% of cota openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in documentation review, telehealth consultation, or program coordination rather than direct clinical care.

How can I get hired as a cota in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to skilled nursing facilities and long-term care networks, which hire new graduates in Indiana at higher rates than hospitals or outpatient clinics. Large Indiana operators like Signature HealthCARE and Trilogy Health Services run structured new-graduate onboarding programs. Completing fieldwork rotations at Indiana facilities builds local referrals, and candidates who hold active NBCOT certification and an Indiana Professional Licensing Agency license before applying stand out in competitive entry-level pools.

Where can I find and apply to cota jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to cota jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Indiana employers across skilled nursing, outpatient, pediatric, and school-based settings. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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