Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs
Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs are open across hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, and home health agencies, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in pediatrics, geriatrics, and physical rehabilitation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Lawrenceburg
Lawrenceburg, TN
Join our in-house therapy team where quality care, teamwork, and growth are top priorities.
Why Lawrenceburg?
We offer a supportive, family-oriented environment built on recognition, empowerment, and fun. Enjoy competitive pay with performance-based increases and flexible scheduling.
Benefits Include:
- Excellent compensation
- Schedule flexibility
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with generous company contributions
- Continuing education support
- Stock options
- Uniforms provided
Requirements:
- Graduate of an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Tennessee COTA license and NBCOT certified or eligible
- Positive attitude, team player, and reliable transportation
- SNF experience preferred
NHC is a nationally recognized leader in senior care.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply today.
EOE
Skills
Preferred Training - Therapy
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Lawrenceburg
Lawrenceburg, TN
Join our in-house therapy team where quality care, teamwork, and growth are top priorities.
Why Lawrenceburg?
We offer a supportive, family-oriented environment built on recognition, empowerment, and fun. Enjoy competitive pay with performance-based increases and flexible scheduling.
Benefits Include:
- Excellent compensation
- Schedule flexibility
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with generous company contributions
- Continuing education support
- Stock options
- Uniforms provided
Requirements:
- Graduate of an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Tennessee COTA license and NBCOT certified or eligible
- Positive attitude, team player, and reliable transportation
- SNF experience preferred
NHC is a nationally recognized leader in senior care.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply today.
EOE
Skills
Preferred Training - Therapy
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc56
- FOX Rehabilitation29
- HealthPRO Heritage22
- National HealthCare Corporation17
- Preferred Therapy Solutions17
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services322
- Education13
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Non-Profit & Social Services4
- Agriculture & Farming2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapy assistant jobs.
- Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program
- Active COTA certification through NBCOT and current state licensure
- Experience with electronic medical record systems such as Epic, Optima, or WebPT
- Ability to complete fieldwork hours in a supervised clinical setting
- Physical ability to assist patients with transfers, mobility, and therapeutic exercises
- Strong documentation skills for progress notes, daily records, and treatment plans
Tips for Your Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Acute care employers want to see different skills than school-based or SNF employers. Reorganize your experience section so the setting you're targeting appears first, and use vocabulary from that specific environment, not generic OTA language.
Verify your COTA credential before applying
Most job postings require a current COTA certification from NBCOT plus an active state license. Confirm both are in good standing and list your NBCOT ID and license number directly on your resume so hiring managers don't have to ask.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists occupational therapy assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight documentation systems you know
Employers screen for experience with specific EMR platforms like Epic, Optima, or WebPT. Name the system and the setting where you used it. Vague references to 'electronic documentation' rarely pass an initial screen.
Prepare for a skills demonstration in interviews
Many OTA interviews include a practical component where you demonstrate a transfer, an ADL technique, or equipment setup. Practice explaining your clinical reasoning out loud while you demonstrate, because supervisors evaluate both technique and communication.
Negotiate your caseload, not just your pay
Before accepting an offer, ask about expected daily caseload, productivity benchmarks, and documentation time. These factors affect your license and your job satisfaction more directly than starting compensation and are fair to raise before you sign.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most occupational therapy assistants?
The companies hiring the most occupational therapy assistants right now include Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc, FOX Rehabilitation, and HealthPRO Heritage, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Skilled nursing facilities and home health agencies consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many occupational therapy assistant jobs are remote?
About 0% of occupational therapy assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than many other healthcare roles because most OTA work requires hands-on patient care. Telehealth roles do exist, primarily in home health consultation, early intervention, and school-based support coordination, where documentation or care planning can be done off-site.
How do you become an occupational therapy assistant?
You complete an associate degree from a program accredited by ACOTE, finish required fieldwork hours in supervised clinical placements, pass the NBCOT certification exam to earn the COTA credential, and then apply for licensure in your state. Each state sets its own licensing requirements, so confirm your state board's rules before you begin the application process.
How do you get hired as an occupational therapy assistant with little or no experience?
Your fieldwork rotations are your primary experience, so document the settings, patient populations, and interventions you practiced during those placements and list them specifically on your resume. Targeting entry-level openings at SNFs, home health agencies, or school districts gives you the broadest options, and applying during your final semester while your NBCOT application is pending is common and widely accepted by employers.
What does the occupational therapy assistant interview process look like?
Most OTA interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your clinical background and licensure status, followed by an in-person interview with the supervising OT and sometimes a department manager. Many employers include a practical skills component or case scenario to assess clinical reasoning. References from fieldwork supervisors or former clinical instructors are typically requested before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to occupational therapy assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to occupational therapy assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find positions that match your credentials, preferred setting, and location, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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