Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Home Health

Description

Empowering Patients. Restoring Independence. Changing Lives.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you’ll play a key role in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. Working alongside an Occupational Therapist (OT) and under the guidance of clinical leadership, you’ll provide compassionate, hands-on care while ensuring patients receive personalized, high-quality therapy services.

Your responsibilities will include:
Providing Patient-Centered Care

• Follow agency policies and procedures to ensure safe, effective care.
• Work with patients to improve or minimize residual physical disabilities.
• Help individuals return to their optimal level of productivity and independence.
• Perform skilled therapy procedures as ordered by the physician and outlined in the care plan.
• Instruct patients and families on home programs, fine motor exercises, and therapy techniques.

Collaborating & Communicating

• Work closely with other home care professionals to develop patient care plans.
• Regularly consult with the OT on treatment adjustments or changes.
• Provide services as planned, delegated, and supervised by the OT.
• Educate patients and families to support continued progress at home.

Documenting & Continuous Learning

• Prepare accurate medical records and update care plans after each visit.
• Assist in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Attend scheduled patient care conferences to discuss care plans.
• Participate in Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Engage in ongoing education and present in-service programs as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program as recognized by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
• Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Currently certified in the state of practice, with licensure or regulation as applicable.
• Two (2) years of experience preferred.

Where You’ll Work

• Primarily indoors in agency offices and patient homes.
• Travel required to and from patient locations.

Who You Report To

• Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Home Health Clinical Managers and Director

Risk & Physical Requirements

• Exposure Level: High (due to direct patient interactions in home settings).
• Physical Activity: Regular bending, lifting, standing, and moderate lifting required. Must be able to stand and actively work for extended periods.

Join Our Team & Make a Difference!

At CareM Management, Corus Health, Ensemble CIN, Sierra HealthCare, and Touchstone Health, we are committed to compassionate, high-quality patient care. If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can help patients regain independence, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of a team that changes lives—one patient at a time.