VA
$63,940 – $83,119
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is a clinical role for a certified occupational therapy assistant working within a VA hospital's rehabilitation service, delivering hands-on therapy and patient education under an occupational therapist's supervision. The position suits someone with an OTA certification and licensure who can work independently on complex cases while managing equipment, scheduling, and administrative tasks.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential
- Current unrestricted state OTA license
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Associate's degree or higher in occupational therapy from ACOTE-accredited program, or military OTA program
- Pass NBCOT entry-level certification examination
- One year of creditable experience comparable to GS-7 level
Nice to have
- Experience with outpatient or orthopedic care, particularly shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand conditions