Occupational Therapy Assistants in California earn a median salary of $51,149 per year. The highest-paid 10% of occupational therapy assistants make $72,270 or more per year, while the lowest-paid 10% make $35,900 or less per year.
The top paying industries for Occupational Therapy Assistants are: Offices of physical therapists, orthopedists, and other practitioners; General Medical and Surgical Hospitals; Federal Executive Branch; Outpatient Care Centers; Residential intellectual and developmental disability, mental health and substance abuse facilities
Occupational therapy assistants in California earn an average annual salary of $57,780. The highest-paid occupational therapy assistants work in the metropolitan areas of San Francisco, Sacramento, and Los Angeles. The lowest-paid occupational therapy assistants work in the rural areas of California.
Occupational therapy assistants are health care professionals who help patients with disabilities, such as those who have suffered strokes or injuries. The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) reports that occupational therapy assistants can expect to earn a median salary of $54,490 annually.
California is home to many of the highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants. The highest paying cities in California are Santa Cruz at $68,720 per year, San Jose at $67,640 per year and Los Angeles at $66,540 per year.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary In California
How much does a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant make in California? The average Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant salary in California is $70,240 as of July 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $63,283 and $77,159. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
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JOB DESCRIPTION FOR CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant assists an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments or who are recovering from injury. Prepares adaptive equipment used during treatment and supports patient activities. Being a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant documents therapeutic activities and details of patients progress. Requires an associate degree. Additionally, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant requires NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) certification. Typically reports to an occupational therapist. Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant’s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position’s specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2022 Salary.com).
