Occupational Therapist Assistant; COTA)

Position: Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing home health therapy team. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver one-on-one patient care in the home setting, helping patients regain independence, improve mobility, and restore daily function after illness, injury, or surgery.

If you are passionate about rehabilitation, patient-centered care, and meaningful outcomes, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do
Provide occupational therapy treatments in home health settings under the direction of an Occupational Therapist
Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, grooming, and mobility
Assist in improving strength, coordination, balance, and functional independence
Deliver care focused on rehabilitation, recovery, and quality of life improvement
Follow infection control, safety, and universal precautions
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams
What We’re Looking For
Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
Current CPR certification
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Home health or skilled nursing facility experience preferred

Experience with Home Care Home Base (HCHB) preferred but not required

Physical Requirements
Ability to perform hands-on patient care in home environments
Must be able to stand, walk, squat, kneel, crawl, and climb as needed
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs
❤️ Why Join Us?
Flexible, independent home health work environment
Strong focus on patient outcomes and meaningful recovery
One-on-one care—no facility burnout
Opportunity to make a real impact in patients’ daily lives
Supportive interdisciplinary therapy team

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..

Why Join Us?
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure
-1 years - 13 days/1-5 years - 18 days/ 5-15 years - 21 days/15 plus years - 22 days
Holiday Pay - 7 Holidays Observed:
New Year's, Martin Luther King, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
401 (K) option with company contribution up to 3% match - vested immediately
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life & Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) – Pre-tax savings opportunities

Full-Time

A “full-time employee” is one who is regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week or completes the required productivity points per week as stated in the position agreement. A regular full
- An employee is eligible for Company-sponsored employee benefits beginning the 1st of the month following the completed 30-day probationary period.

Pay-Day

The Company operates a bi-weekly payroll process, paid on Tuesdays (10 days in arrears), normally 26 times annually. If one of the paydays falls on a Tuesday, Company Holiday, the

the employee will be paid on Monday.

Working Hours

To meet the needs of our patients and clients, employee work hours may vary and will be set by each employee’s supervisor, manager, and operating license documentation.

Employees should consult with their supervisors regarding their schedules and time recording procedures. Choice Health at Home, the Company, is open Monday through Friday, office hours

are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (CST).

Mileage

The Company recognizes the use of personal vehicles by personnel for business purposes as part of their employment. The company will reimburse the eligible employee $0.50 per

mile to cover personal care use, auto insurance, depreciation, and gas. Each employee who is eligible for mileage reimbursement from the Company will be required to track and report mileage

accurately and timely each pay period.