- Open jobs
- 8
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $29.97/hour
- Pay range
- $26.24 – $32.82/hour
- Median wage in Iowa (BLS)
- $30.84/hour
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
VMS Sync Test-39391-COTA
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) / Travel / Rehabilitation
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) / Travel / Rehabilitation
Occupational Therapy Assistant pay in Iowa
The median wage for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Iowa is $30.84 per hour ($64,147 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $29.97/hour, from $26.24 to $32.82. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Iowa; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Iowa
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 6 | $29.97/hr |
| MAS Medical Staffing | 2 | — |
Cities with the most Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs
Sac City (3), Sioux City (2), Waukon (2), Denison (1)
FAQ
How much does a Occupational Therapy Assistant make in Iowa?
The median wage for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Iowa is $30.84 per hour (about $64,147 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $29.97 per hour.
How many Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs are open in Iowa?
8 Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Iowa; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.