Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, COTAs work with patients to help them achieve independence through purposeful activities.
COTAs assist with assessing individual needs, determining therapeutic goals, carrying out the treatment plan, documenting the patient's progress or treatments, directing activity programs and maintaining the occupational therapy environment.
Employment Opportunities
COTAs work in a variety of settings ranging from medical facilities, rehabilitation clinics, inpatient and outpatient clinics, long-term/acute care centers, mental health hospitals, school systems and home health programs.
Emerging practice areas include health and wellness consulting, low-vision services, ergonomics consulting, and psychological services for children and adolescents.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports occupational therapy assisting among its fastest growing occupations.
Job Earnings
OTA Salaries in Texas
|
Pay Measure |
Typical Amount |
|
Hourly wage (statewide average) |
~$28-$41/hr |
|
Annual salary (mid-range estimate) |
~$59,000-$75,000/yr |
|
Metro areas (e.g., Houston) |
Often ~$40+/hr (~$80,000+/yr) |
Why Choose Lone Star-Kingwood’s OTA Program
- 2-year Associate of Applied Science Degree program.
- ACOTE accredited
- Excellent graduation rate
- Excellent NBCOT exam pass rate
- Community engagement opportunities
- State of the art learning environment
- Small class size
- Active learning