Average Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary

$42.15/hour

The average salary for a Occupational Therapy Assistant is $42.15 per hour. This is 16% lower than the therapy US average of $49.06.

Last updated on November 20, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Occupational Therapy Assistant compared to Therapist National Averages

$42.15/hour

16% lower than the therapy US average.

$49.06/hour

United States

Where do Occupational Therapists get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Florida$44$55
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
PennState Health$33$33
North Mississippi Health Services$22$22

Last updated on November 20, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Occupational Therapy Assistant?

Earning your Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) often increases your salary potential as a occupational therapy assistant or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) boost my salary as a Occupational Therapy Assistant?

Yes, having a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a occupational therapy assistant.

Where can I learn more about working as a Occupational Therapist Assistant?

Take a look at Vivian's Occupational Therapist Assistant Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.