COTA Jobs in Kansas
COTA jobs in Kansas are in steady demand across skilled nursing facilities, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, school-based therapy programs, and home health agencies, with openings at every level from new graduates to experienced practitioners. The busiest hiring markets are Wichita, Kansas City (Kansas side), and Topeka, where employers like Stormont Vail Health, The University of Kansas Health System, and Encompass Health operate long-standing rehabilitation and therapy programs. Pediatric and geriatric cota specialties draw the most consistent postings, along with school-system positions through Kansas Unified School Districts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:
- NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
- Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
- Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
- Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
- Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
- Chart appropriately and timely
- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:
- NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
- Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
- Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
- Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
- Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
- Chart appropriately and timely
- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
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The qualifications that appear most often in COTA jobs across Kansas.
- Active Kansas COTA license issued by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts required
- Current certification as a COTA through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Associate degree or higher in occupational therapy assistant from an ACOTE-accredited program
- Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist as required by Kansas law
- Valid CPR and Basic Life Support certification current at time of hire
- Experience or clinical rotation hours in the specialty setting relevant to the posting
COTA Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cota in Kansas?
To work as a cota in Kansas, you must graduate from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program, pass the NBCOT COTA certification exam, and then apply for a license through the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts. Kansas requires both the NBCOT credential and an active state license before you may practice. Most programs are two-year associate degrees, and clinical fieldwork hours completed during your program count toward licensure eligibility.
Which companies hire cotas in Kansas?
Kansas cota roles are posted by HiredFirst, Wesley Medical Center, and Playabilities For Sensational Kids and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kansas employers in skilled nursing, school districts, and outpatient rehab networks tend to post the most consistent openings across the state.
Which Kansas cities have the most cota jobs?
Wichita, Topeka, and Salina are the Kansas cities with the most cota openings. Wichita leads because it is the state's largest population center with a dense concentration of hospital systems, rehabilitation facilities, and school districts, while Kansas City draws postings tied to the large health networks anchored on both sides of the state line and Topeka's demand is driven by state-government-affiliated facilities and regional clinics.
How can I get hired as a cota in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most direct path is to apply to entry-level cota openings at skilled nursing facilities and school districts, which in Kansas are among the most willing to hire new graduates with completed fieldwork. Large health systems like The University of Kansas Health System and Stormont Vail Health occasionally run new-graduate orientation cohorts. Candidates who hold current NBCOT certification and a Kansas State Board of Healing Arts license at the time of application stand out, and those coming from OTA, activity aide, or restorative aide roles have an easier time transitioning into cota positions.
Where can I find and apply to cota jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to cota jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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