Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)- Per Diem- University
How this pay compares
This posting states $30–$35 an hour. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in New York post a median of $32.50 an hour, the middle half $31.50–$36.13, across 128 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapy assistants employed in New York earn a median of $32.95 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 New York: pay by town and employer
About the job
Sigma Health Rehab is actively seeking a per diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
What we offer our OTA/COTAs
- Great compensation
- Continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement
- Mentorship and clinical support for all therapists
- Willing to hire and train new grad occupational therapy assistants!
- OTA/COTA career growth opportunities
- Weekly paychecks
- Employee recognition
- Flexible schedules
Duties of an exceptional therapist include
- Select therapy activities that follow the plan of care set out by the supervising occupational therapist
- Assist residents in carrying out daily activities.
- Monitor residents' performance in therapy activities, provide encouragement and document on residents as needed.
- Teach residents how to use special equipment to assist with daily function.
- collaborate with the OT to establish a rehabilitation plan.
- Maintains a cooperative relationship among healthcare team members & contributes to team effort
COTA Requirements Include
- Graduate of an accredited OTA Program
- Current New York State OTA License
Sigma Health Rehab is recruiting for a per diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at our client facility, University Center for Rehabilitation Center, located in Bronx, New York. Our team of compassionate physical, occupational, and speech therapists provides rehab services in a state-of-the-art rehab gym. Whether you are a seasoned professional or at the beginning of your career, utilize your talents as an Occupational Therapy Assistant to improve the lives of others. Reach out to us today and we'll find the right position for you!
From Sigma Health Rehab's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Sigma Health Rehab hires therapists, nursing assistants and nurses in New York and Ohio.
Hires in New York, OhioPay on its listings: 96.6% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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