COTA Jobs in Edison, NJ

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by implementing treatment plans that help individuals recover, improve or maintain the skills required for daily living and working. They work under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist and use therapeutic techniques to assist patients in performing activities of all types, ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs such as dressing, cooking, and eating. A COTA may work with individuals who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities, helping them develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living.

Important skills for a COTA include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and patience. They should also have a deep understanding of human anatomy and medical terminologies. For certifications, a COTA must have an associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and must pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) COTA examination to gain certification. Before becoming a COTA, a person may have roles such as a physical therapy aide, a rehabilitation aide, or a direct care staff member in a healthcare facility.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant - FT

  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Related: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | COTA | AOTA e92f1639-364c-47ac-8c27-368fda6ebe81...

Occupational Therapy Assistant, F/T

  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Related: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | COTA | AOTA e92f1639-364c-47ac-8c27-368fda6ebe81...

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,398 per week

  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Cranford, New Jersey....

Travel COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,508 per week

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

: Travel Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Start Date: 04/14/2025 04/14/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 40 hours...

Travel COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,293 per week

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Start Date: ASAP ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 40 hours per week 40 hours...

COTA - Travel Contract

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Jackson is currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a contract position at a state-of-the-art facility to work under the supervision and direction...

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,057 per week

  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 40 hours per week 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours 8 hours Employment...

Travel COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,460 per week

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Must have a Nursing License in hand and have at least 2 years of recent OT. nursing experience as a Occupational Therapy....

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - 5x8 Days

  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license within the state of practice....

Cota

  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Requirements: •High school diploma or GED •Willingness to travel to all 50 states •Passed a licensing exam (in most states) •American Heart Association Healthcare Providers BLS/CPR

School-Based Occupational Therapist Assistant

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

We currently have an exciting full-time career opportunity available to join the HKS team as a Full-Time Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) in our Brooklyn Children’s Learning Center....

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,329 per week

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 32 hours per week 32 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days 8 hours, days...

Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,520 per week

  • Somerset, NJ (6 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (6 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Start Date: 04/03/2025 04/03/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 35 hours per week...

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled)

  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Requirements Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled) StartDate: 4/18/2025 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1445.00 - $1665.00 Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are...

Travel COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,114 per week

  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Therapy Start Date: ASAP ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 32 hours per week 32 hours...

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Salary for COTA Jobs in Edison, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Edison, NJ offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
49.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
Master's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by COTAs in Edison, NJ
Less than 1 year
60.5%
1-2 years
14.6%
None
11.2%
6-8 years
9.7%
2-4 years
3.5%
4-6 years
0.5%