- Open jobs
- 8
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $28.41/hour
- Pay range
- $24.13 – $31.26/hour
- Median wage in New Jersey (BLS)
- $36.04/hour
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
VMS Sync Test-39576-COTA
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) / Travel / Rehabilitation
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) / Travel / Rehabilitation
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) / Travel / Rehabilitation
Occupational Therapy Assistant pay in New Jersey
The median wage for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in New Jersey is $36.04 per hour ($74,963 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $28.41/hour, from $24.13 to $31.26. 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 New Jersey; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in New Jersey
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 5 | $28.41/hr |
| MAS Medical Staffing | 3 | — |
Cities with the most Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs
Allendale (5), Carneys Point Township (2), Brick Township (1)
FAQ
How much does a Occupational Therapy Assistant make in New Jersey?
The median wage for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in New Jersey is $36.04 per hour (about $74,963 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 $28.41 per hour.
How many Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs are open in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.