- Open jobs
- 12
- Agencies hiring
- 4
- Median pay in listings
- $36.94/hour
- Pay range
- $10.02 – $45.08/hour
- Median wage in New Mexico (BLS)
- $37.03/hour
COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Is Needed for Traveling Assistance in NM
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - General
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Occupational Therapist Assistant(OTA) / PERM / Rehabilitation
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) / Travel / Rehabilitation
Occupational Therapy Assistant pay in New Mexico
The median wage for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in New Mexico is $37.03 per hour ($77,022 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $36.94/hour, from $10.02 to $45.08. 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 Mexico; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in New Mexico
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| MAS Medical Staffing | 4 | $32.00/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 4 | $38.25/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 3 | $45.08/hr |
| CompHealth | 1 | $10.02/hr |
Cities with the most Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs
Albuquerque (8), Clovis (3), Santa Fe (1)
FAQ
How much does a Occupational Therapy Assistant make in New Mexico?
The median wage for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in New Mexico is $37.03 per hour (about $77,022 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 $36.94 per hour.
How many Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs are open in New Mexico?
12 Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs from 4 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 Mexico; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.