Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant OTA
How this pay compares
This posting states $29–$40 an hour. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in Delaware post a median of $32.46 an hour, the middle half $30.42–$35.25, across 4 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapy assistants employed in Delaware earn a median of $37.81 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).
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About the job
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Full Time Position Offering a $7,500 Retention Bonus. Salary Range Posted on this position is dependent upon years of experience as a licensed/treating COTA.
Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Center is seeking Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
The ideal candidates must be devoted and compassionate about their chosen career and have an active license. We are looking for COTAs who are a dependable, self-motivated, team player and flexible. COTAs are the eyes and ears for our Residents and play a very important role.
Why work for us?
- You will have the opportunity to build a career with an established, highly successful organization in a caring and compassionate environment.
- We are committed to your growth and success.
- Come join employees who have become family!
Skills of COTAs : All qualified applicants should possess the following qualities:
- Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
- Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
- Document and record the patients’ condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.
- Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
- Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.
Are you an Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) looking to start working immediately?
Are you an Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) looking to work close to your home with a flexible schedule?
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Please apply here and we will be glad to reach out to you to schedule an interview for the Certifed Occupational Therapist (COTA) position.
As a Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation employee, you will enjoy working in an environment that promotes professional growth and development that offers competitive wages, daily pay, PTO, and insurance plans.
From Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 138 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center)-bed nursing home in Wilmington, DE, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, therapists and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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