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Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) Jobs in South Dakota
Occupational Therapy Assistants are in demand in many areas of the United States, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts much faster than average growth job growth over the next several years. Occupational Therapy Assistant Travel Jobs can be found in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, schools, and home health agencies. Job descriptions for Occupational Therapy Assistants (also referred to as Occupational Therapist Assistants, OTA or COTA) typically focus on their role in working with Occupational Therapists to help patients with injuries, illness, or disabilities to better participate in their daily activities, whether at work, home, or play. Apply today to land your perfect travel Occupational Therapy Assistant job.
Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Responsibilities & Salary
Occupational Therapy Assistants implement therapeutic interventions (such as exercises and use of assistive devices) that are part of the plan of care developed by an Occupational Therapist. These interventions are designed to help patients with conditions that can interfere with daily activities, such as surgical procedures, arthritis, neurological diseases, injuries related to an accident, and developmental conditions. Job responsibilities for Occupational Therapy Assistants typically include documentation of interventions and communicating the patient’s progress to the Occupational Therapist. Occupational Therapy Assistants obtain certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. In addition, the American Occupational Therapy Association offers Occupational Therapy Assistants the opportunity to earn a professional certificate. The average annual salary for Occupational Therapy Assistants in the United States is about $65,000.
