Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA / OTA) Careers
More occupational therapy assistant jobs expected by 2020
The healthcare field has been growing in recent years, and that trend is predicted to continue. The sector will add over 5.6 million new positions by 2020, according to a recent study from Georgetown University. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that occupational therapy assistant jobs will experience some of the fastest growth in the entire field.The BLS predicts that the number of OTA jobs will grow by 41 percent between 2010 and 2020....
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1/7/2013
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Occupational therapy assistant students raise money for disaster relief effort
Occupational therapy assistant careers often begin at the educational level with many young aspiring therapists making a positive impact from the very beginning.This was evidenced with Stanbridge College recently announcing that its occupational therapy assistants students and vocational nursing students raised $1,450 for disaster response efforts in Joplin, Missouri....
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7/13/2011
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Physical therapists in Texas could have better access to patients under proposed bill
For many professionals with a physical therapy job in Texas, direct access to patients has been a roadblock in direct care. Now, a proposed bill would change that, allowing those in need of physical therapy rehabilitation treatment to go to a therapist without a doctor's referral....
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3/18/2011
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California firm develops new hand therapy iPad application
Many people with fine motor skill challenges are turning to high-tech devices to help with their therapy regime. Now, a California company has developed a new application for iPad users designed by professionals with an occupational therapy job.BinaryLabs has introduced its Dexteria app that features multi-touch activities, which can be used in conjunction with hand therapy rehabilitation....
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3/14/2011
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United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona picks Ancillary Care Solutions for therapy management
Children living with cerebral policy have many healthcare needs, including rehabilitation from professionals with physical and occupational therapy jobs. United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central Arizona has chosen Ancillary Care Solutions (ACS) to help provide therapy services and related assessment and training to area children and adults with the disability....
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3/1/2011
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Kindred Healthcare to expand its rehabilitation services
Kindred Healthcare has announced that it will be buying the RehabCare Group in an effort to boost its rehabilitation services throughout the country.The move will bring more professionals with physical, occupational and speech therapist jobs into Kindred facilities including hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living centers....
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2/14/2011
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Occupational therapist assistant program added to Arkansas school to meet area need
Arkansas Tech University has announced that it will be soon be adding a certified occupational therapy assistant program, a move initiated by requests by regional professionals with occupational therapy jobs.According the Fort Smith City Wire, the Arkansas Department of Higher Education has granted approval for the program at the school's Ozark Campus after an assessment of area needs in the field....
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2/8/2011
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School receives accreditation for occupational therapy assistant program
As more individuals are trying to pursue a career as an occupational therapy assistant, a number of schools are trying to offer programs so that more people can realize their dreams and get into the career of their choice....
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2/2/2011
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Rehab company gives $500,000 to open New Jersey's first occupational therapy assistant program
With the growing demand for individuals with occupational therapy assistant jobs, one company is stepping in to ensure more individuals are trained for the profession in order to make a difference in their community.Genesis Rehab Services recently gave a $500,000 gift to the Foundation of UMDNJ in order to allow the UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions (SHRP) to open an occupational therapy assistant program....
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1/26/2011
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MNE's occupational therapy assistant program receives national accreditation
Mercyhurst North East (MNE), which is located in northwest Pennsylvania, announced that its occupational therapy assistant program has been given national accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education.This accreditation is the first of its kind in the entire area, which could be good news for students who are looking to get into occupational therapy assistant jobs later in their career....
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1/13/2011
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Occupational therapy jobs could be a great idea for employment hopefuls
Individuals who are looking for a career path with a lot of promise may want to consider occupational therapy assistant jobs, as a number of outlets have claimed that the profession is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.According to Pocatello, Idaho's NBC affiliate, KPVI News 6, more individuals are looking for jobs that will help them navigate this difficult economy....
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1/12/2011
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Crowder College to offer new programs for occupational and physical therapy assistants
As occupational and physical therapy assistant job opportunities are expected to increase significantly over the coming years, more schools are beginning to offer the programs in order to meet the needs of the students who are interested in pursuing the line of work.Crowder College, which is located in Neosho, Missouri, recently announced that it will begin offering both occupational and physical therapy assistant programs during the 2012 curriculum, according to the Neosho Daily News....
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1/4/2011
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Occupational therapy students teach kids about disabilities
Children may not be able to understand the hardships that some of their peers go through who have disabilities. This can sometimes lead those who have medical issues to feel as though something is wrong with them and they are not able to relate to others.However, individuals who are studying for occupational therapy assistant jobs at the North Dakota State College of Science are working with children to help them learn and understand disabilities, according to the Daily News....
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11/12/2010
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Some individuals choose to go back to school for therapy jobs
The economy has affected millions of Americans, as 9.6 percent have lost their jobs due to layoffs and other cutbacks. However, some individuals who have lost their positions are choosing to go back to school to find employment opportunities in a different career path.When Alan Moniz decided he wanted to start a new career as an occupational therapy assistant, he knew that he wanted a rewarding job, according to CNN....
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10/27/2010
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Rehab facility uses therapy contractors for jobs
The mental hospital in Whitfield, Mississippi, has reached out to Mid South Rehab Services in order to get individuals with physical and occupational therapy jobs and physical and occupational therapy assistant jobs to help out the hospital and the Jaquith Nursing Home.This partnership with the rehab staffing agency has been created so that there will be a greater sense of communication within the facilities, according to the Clarion Ledger....
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10/7/2010
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BCBS of Kansas policy changes loosen restrictions on PTAs and OTAs
On Thursday, July 29, Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas announced that it would remove policy restrictions on the services that certified physical therapy assistants and occupational therapy assistants could perform on their members.Originally, the insurance provider proposed a policy, which would go into effect on October 1st, that defined the types of treatments PTAs and OTAs could perform, the Topeka Capital Journal reports....
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8/2/2010
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Topeka public to weigh in on changes in therapy reimbursement rates
On Thursday, July 29, a town hall meeting will be held in Topeka, Kansas, so that the public can voice their support or opposition to changes in Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas' reimbursement rates for outpatient physical and occupational therapy....
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7/30/2010
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Occupational therapists clear common misconceptions
April is national occupational therapy month, and OT some professionals are committing to one task: telling the world about what they do to clear lingering misconceptions about their profession.Among the three modalities in long-term rehabilitative care - physical therapy, speech-language pathology and occupational therapy - the latter is the "most misunderstood" and "under-appreciated," McKnight's Long Term Care News reports....
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4/5/2010
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Rehab therapy recruiters look to cover strike at Temple University Hospital
On Friday, March 19, Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania received notice from the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals (PASNAP) that members of the union, including physical and occupational therapists, would go on strike.After attempting negotiations for nearly nine months, PASNAP members said they would officially go on strike at 7 a.m. on March 31, if their contract demands are not met, BizJournals.com reports....
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3/23/2010
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Occupational Therapy hailed as job market's best kept secret
Continuing developments in occupational therapy have made the career choice more appealing and introduced the industry to communities around the US - but the field is still largely untapped by many of today's job seekers.As the economic downturn wages on, and students and professionals alike seek out the next booming industry or just a little job security, Yahoo....
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2/8/2010
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Advancement in OT fostered by achievable goals
Like most professionals, many occupational therapists are continually reassessing their career and practice goals, regardless of their experience or level of education in the field. Though it may be easy to become so immersed in the daily activities of school or work, clearly defining short-term professional aspirations can help contribute to long-term success....
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1/15/2010
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Support of comparative intervention research may create occupational therapy jobs
The omnipresent healthcare reform debate will doubtlessly carry implications for the average American family, insurers and industry professionals. Specifically, the emphasis on comparative effectiveness research in the comprehensive legislation will affect positions that are available for those pursuing occupational therapy jobs....
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12/31/2009
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Fellowships available for students of physical therapy
Students who are on track to fill physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language therapy jobs are reminded that December 18, 2009 is the deadline to apply for a fellowship from the Department of Education Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need program.The program aims to provide education opportunities to graduate students who have exceptional academic records and plan to pursue the highest degree available in their discipline, according to the Department of Education (DOE)....
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12/19/2009
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Occupational therapy job updates from NBCOT
While looking for an occupational therapy job, it''s often important to remain informed of any new developments in the certification process, as being aware of licensure regulations can help jobseekers avoid unexpected eligibility problems. The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), a nonprofit credentialing agency, will enter an examination blackout period that will begin in December and last about three weeks, according to the board''s website....
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12/15/2009
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California OT jobs could change in the new year
Individuals looking for OT jobs in California should know the state''s Board of Occupational Therapy (BOT) recently addressed a letter to industry members that could affect healthcare professionals.In a letter on its website, the California BOT informed practitioners and employers that Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger may soon be signing Senate Bills 819 and 821. Should the governor decide to do so, OTs and OTAs can expect a number of changes to take effect on January 1, 2010....
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12/8/2009
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Dedicated healthcare professionals seek occupational therapist assistant work
The skilled nursing facility is a rehabilitation setting that demands much of its professionals, whether they work in physical, speech or occupational therapy positions.Many nursing homes differ from other rehabilitation settings in the sense that their patients require 24-hour care, rather than simple assisted living services. But many professionals who work in such an atmosphere are committed to their jobs because such positions can offer fulfilling rewards....
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12/2/2009
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