Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Tennessee post a median of $32.28 an hour, the middle half $30.43–$35.88, across 6 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Tennessee earn a median of $30.01 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
Occupational therapy assistants in Tennessee: pay by town and employer
About the job
Job Description
Summary
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) has the responsibility of implementing treatment plans as outlined by the Occupational Therapist. The COTA adjusts the program within constraints and confers with other team professionals to provide patient care, provide education for patients and their families, and assist with discharge planning. Demonstrates an ability to select and implment an appropriate treatment plan based on the Occupational Therapy Evaluation. The plan of care is individualized to the patient's condition, needs, age, reflects current O.T. practice and provides direction for continuity of care. The COTA may be asked to assist with orientation of new employees or with the supervision of students.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Licenses and Certifications:
Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification in the appropriate state or eligibility for appropriate state's certification required
CPR certification required
Work Requirements:
Shift: Day
On Call: No
Weekends: No
Travel Required: No Travel
Shift Details: 8a-430p
City/State: Bristol, TN
Location
Bristol Regional Medical Center
From Ballad Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Ballad Health
Ballad Health is a health system in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, based in Johnson City, with hospitals in Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol and the surrounding towns.
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