Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Listed compensation
$50k-$60k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday4-day weekWeekdays only
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Job Description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Hands-on OT, in a clinic built for the work. Oaklin Lane is hiring a COTA to join our neighborhood clinic — a clinician ready to sharpen their craft under a supervising OT who actually has time to mentor.
On our Lane, you sharpen your craft You got into OT because you wanted to help kids find independence — in the bathroom, at the lunch table, on the playground. At Oaklin Lane, you’ll do exactly that with a dedicated supervising OT and a team of COTAs who support each other.
Consistent mentorship, a purpose-built clinic designed for how kids actually move, and the time to deliver the kind of individualized care that makes a real difference.
About Oaklin Lane Oaklin Lane is your neighborhood pediatric therapy clinic — a growing network of purpose-built clinics providing compassionate, expert care to kids from infancy through adolescence. We believe in evidence-backed therapy where hard work feels like play, and progress happens on each kid’s own terms. At Oaklin Lane, sensory integration is core to how we practice. All clinicians—across speech, occupational, and physical therapy—are expected to incorporate sensory-based techniques into their work with the children we serve. If you don't yet have experience with sensory integration, that's okay: we provide dedicated training and mentorship to help you build these skills and apply them confidently within your discipline. What you’ll do Deliver one-on-one therapeutic treatment under the supervision of a licensed OT Guide kids on and around therapy equipment safely and confidently Assess and demonstrate the use of medical equipment, including prosthetic or orthotic devices and mobility aids Document sessions, assessments, and standardized testing in our EMR with accuracy and care Transport kids to and from treatment areas using mobility aids when needed Stay current on field advancements through CEUs and continuing education Communicate clearly and compassionately with kids, families, and your interdisciplinary teammates Keep detailed notes on patient history and sessions Mentor students and therapy technicians who come through your team Why this role at Oaklin Lane A space built for the work. Our clinics are purpose-built from the ground up for pediatric therapy. Designed for how kids actually move, play, and learn. A team that shows up for each other. We celebrate progress, support each other, and create a place people genuinely want to be. That’s how culture works on our lane. A pathway to grow. We invest in our clinicians — continued education, mentorship, and real opportunities to deepen your expertise. When you grow, our kids do too. Work that carries beyond the clinic. Oaklin Lane is expanding access to pediatric therapy across a growing network of neighborhood clinics — every kid you help gain independence brings us closer to a world where every family has a place to turn. Who you are You are: Self-motivated and mission-driven Someone who meets kids where they are A clear, compassionate communicator Eager to grow your craft A team player You bring: Completion of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program Current COTA license/certification in good standing in your state of practice Sound understanding of childhood disorders and treatments Experience with the pediatric population Physical ability to safely lift, transfer, and assist children and equipment What to expect Schedule: Full-time
- Monday - Thursday
- 8:00AM to 6:00PM (with a lunch break)
- Four-day work week
- No nights or weekends Subsidized Health Care Plans + Free Vision + Free Dental 401(k) with employer match Paid CEUs, licensure, and certification renewal All therapy materials and supplies provided Mentorship and a clear pathway for career growth In-person at an Oaklin Lane clinic Come see what we are building The first move is the hardest one — we’ll take you through the rest. If you’re curious, we’d love to start the conversation. Oaklin Lane is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a workplace where every clinician is welcome on our lane.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver one-on-one therapeutic treatment to pediatric patients under the supervision of a licensed OT. Document sessions, assessments, and standardized testing in the EMR while maintaining clear communication with families and teammates.
Requirements
Requires completion of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and a current COTA license in good standing. Candidates must have experience with the pediatric population and the physical ability to lift and assist children.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Utah, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$107k (37 salary observations; 120 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,734 salary observations; 25,870 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $56k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy assistant | ranked against 1,043 Occupational Therapy Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $50k–$60k | Occupational Therapy median $73k (middle half $65k–$84k)113 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Utah vs national | $107k median in Utah | $97k nationally (+11%)37 state / 6,734 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$56k in purchasing power | Utah index 98.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Utah | 41 active | 9,372 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at Oaklin Lane a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy Assistant — ranked against 1,043 active Occupational Therapy Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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