Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA
- PRN / per diem
Open in 2 locations
Legacy Healthcare posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Iowa
2 openPer Diem · Posted 1mo ago
Nevada, IA (opens on this page)
Part Time · Posted 1mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Iowa post a median of $32.50 an hour, the middle half $31.88–$32.75, across 3 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Iowa earn a median of $30.84 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapy assistants in Iowa: pay by town and employer
About the job
Are you looking for a rewarding career in Skilled Nursing? We are currently searching for Certified Occupational Therapy Aides, COTA's to join our friendly, caring and supportive team!
Legacy Healthcare is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in COTA’s by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. We offer great benefits including:
- Competitive wages.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Internal growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- 401K with employer match.
- Employee concierge program.
- And more!
As a COTA you are the front line of the Therapy Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Legacy Healthcare by assisting the Occupational Therapist with the design, implementation, and delivery of customized occupational therapy programs to assist residents independently carry out everyday tasks. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they are comfortable and safe.
To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:
As a minimum, an associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and an unencumbered State of Iowa COTA certificate. One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant is preferable but we are willing to invest in the right candidate!
If you are a COTA who gets satisfaction from knowing they made a difference, stop in to learn more and get your career started.
Legacy Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Legacy Healthcare never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.
From Legacy Healthcare's job posting for Elma, IA, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Legacy Healthcare operates 96 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Alabama, Iowa, Illinois and South Dakota. Its job board posts jobs for nurses and therapists. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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