Occupational Therapy Assistants

Code: 31-2011.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce

Role Overview & What They Do

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)

Acute Care Occupational Therapy Assistant (Acute Care OT Assistant) Certified Occupational Assistant Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant (LOTA) Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (LOTA) Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Registered Therapist Assistant School Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (School Based COTA)

Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks

  • Instruct, or assist in instructing, patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, or the care and use of adaptive equipment.
  • Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs.
  • Report to supervisors, verbally or in writing, on patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions About Occupational Therapy Assistants

Salaries for a Occupational Therapy Assistants vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.

Most employers hiring for a Occupational Therapy Assistants in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.

Essential skills and tooling for a Occupational Therapy Assistants include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.

Occupational Therapy Assistants is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.

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