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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Empire Care Centers.$35–$37/hrOcoee, FLFull TimePosted 3w ago

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This posting states $35–$37 an hour. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $34.78 an hour, the middle half $32.42–$37.50, across 36 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $34.44 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

West Orange Center for Nursing and Healing is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant!

Excellent Pay and Working Environment!!

West Orange Center for Nursing is a skilled nursing facility located in Ocoee, FL. At West Orange Center for Nursing and Healing we pride ourselves on our exceptional employee culture and the high level of care we provide for our residents. We believe that the best way to maintain our high level of care is by having a great employee culture and by treating our staff with the same care and dedication we provide for our residents. We look forward to meeting you!

Job Description

The OT COTA functions under the direct supervision of the Occupational Therapist responsible for patient care. The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant assumes responsibility and accountability for providing occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by an OT.

Employment Requirements:

Employment with VIVO Healthcare of West Orange is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Caregiver Background Screening Clearinghouse ( https://info.flclearinghouse.com ), in accordance with Florida law and Skilled Nursing Facility regulatory requirements. Additional pre-employment requirements may include reference checks, drug screening, physical examination, and verification of licensure or certification, as applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

VIVO Healthcare of West Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Empire Care Centers. operates 21 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, therapists and nursing assistants. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information

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