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What is the average pay scale for COTA's in your state & are you happy?

Hi There,

I'd also be interested in the major differences between OTA's and PTA's (Physical Therapy Assistants) and if you're happy?

I want to start working right away then further my education; hence, the assistant route. Curious if these jobs are even in demand.

Thank you in advance! :)

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    • Do you enjoy working as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant? (COTA) 5 members have participated

    1. 1. Do you enjoy working as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant? (COTA)

      • YES! I wouldn't look back.
        40%
        2
      • No, because I find it boring.
        0%
        0
      • Yes, and I plan to further my education.
        0%
        0
      • Absolutely NOT- worst mistake ever
        20%
        1
      • I am a nurse who wishes she/he had this job
        40%
        2

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    Commenting here because my youngest daughter is in OTA school and my son-in-law is trying to get into PTA school right now.

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    Occupational health nursing is totally different from occupational or physical therapy. Occupational health nursing involves Registered Nurses who provide nursing care to employees in industrial settings such as factories and construction sites. Besides providing care for injuries and illnesses such RNs may be involved in doing drug screens, hearing and vision tests, safety and accident prevention, etc. Some hospitals also employ Occupational Health Nurses to care for hospital employees. Hope this helps you in clarifying your future career. Physical therapists are definitely in demand.

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