Entry Level Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs
New grad occupational therapy assistant jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical internship or fieldwork portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like National HealthCare Corporation, PruittHealth, and FOX Rehabilitation hiring at this level now.
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$40/hour | W-2 | Great benefits!
Join HealthPro Pediatrics and help students thrive!
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- W-2 position with hourly rates betwee $40/hr
- Full-Time 37.5 hours/week!
- Middle school and elementary school setting!
- Weekends, holidays, school breaks, and summer break are yours!
- Year-round benefits for Full-Time employees (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, free CEUs & more!)
Why HealthPro Pediatrics?
- Established leader in pediatric and school-based therapy
- Mentorship and collaboration with experienced therapists
- Consistent caseload with collaborative support
- Opportunities to grow across school, outpatient, and pediatric settings
- Mission-driven culture focused on helping children reach their full potential
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
Responsibilities:- Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
- Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
- Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
- Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.
- Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
- Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
$40/hour | W-2 | Great benefits!
Join HealthPro Pediatrics and help students thrive!
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- W-2 position with hourly rates betwee $40/hr
- Full-Time 37.5 hours/week!
- Middle school and elementary school setting!
- Weekends, holidays, school breaks, and summer break are yours!
- Year-round benefits for Full-Time employees (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, free CEUs & more!)
Why HealthPro Pediatrics?
- Established leader in pediatric and school-based therapy
- Mentorship and collaboration with experienced therapists
- Consistent caseload with collaborative support
- Opportunities to grow across school, outpatient, and pediatric settings
- Mission-driven culture focused on helping children reach their full potential
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
Responsibilities:- Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
- Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
- Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
- Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.
- Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
- Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Who's Hiring
- National HealthCare Corporation17
- PruittHealth9
- FOX Rehabilitation9
- CoxHealth7
- Preferred Therapy Solutions7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services95
- Education8
- Insurance1
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Technology & Software1
Entry Level Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level occupational therapy assistant job?
Employers at the entry level look for candidates who hold an associate degree from an accredited OTA program and have passed the NBCOT certification exam. Completed fieldwork hours carry real weight at this stage, so highlight specific patient populations and settings from your clinical rotations. A concise cover letter that names the facility type you want to work in gives you a clear edge over generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level occupational therapy assistants?
Companies hiring entry level occupational therapy assistants right now include National HealthCare Corporation, PruittHealth, and FOX Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including skilled nursing facilities, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, school districts, and home health agencies actively building their therapy teams.
Are there remote entry level occupational therapy assistant jobs?
Yes, though most OTA roles require hands-on patient care in a clinical setting. About 3% of entry level occupational therapy assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve documentation support, telehealth assistance, or administrative coordination rather than direct treatment delivery.
Are these new grad occupational therapy assistant jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior occupational therapy assistant roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, counts supervised fieldwork or clinical rotations toward the experience requirement, or explicitly states that recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Searching for new grad openings here surfaces those roles directly.
Which industries hire the most entry level occupational therapy assistants?
Entry Level occupational therapy assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain high patient volumes, face ongoing staffing needs, and regularly onboard new graduates to support licensed occupational therapists across their caseloads.