Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | ChristianaCare HomeHealth

Make a Difference Where Patients Need You Most

ChristianaCare HomeHealth is seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing team. This position provides in-home occupational therapy services to patients throughout Townsend, Dover, and Frederica, Delaware , helping individuals maximize their independence, safety, and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.

As a valued member of our interdisciplinary HomeHealth team, you will work closely with Occupational Therapists, nurses, physical therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

Why ChristianaCare HomeHealth?

At ChristianaCare, our mission is simple: We take care of people so they can do their best work. We offer:

• Meaningful one-on-one patient relationships
• Daytime schedule with flexibility and autonomy
• Supportive clinical leadership and collaborative team environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement savings and employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• The opportunity to make a direct impact in patients' lives every day

Position Highlights:

• Provide occupational therapy treatments and interventions under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Assist patients in improving functional abilities, self-care skills, mobility, and home safety.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Accurately document patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Travel throughout the Townsend, Dover, and Frederica service areas to provide patient care in the home setting.

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a COTA in the State of Delaware
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to meet HomeHealth travel requirement
• Previous HomeHealth experience preferred, at least one year of work experience as a COTA required

Join a Team That's Caring for Our Communities

If you are passionate about helping patients remain independent and thrive in their homes, we encourage you to apply and become part of ChristianaCare's award-winning HomeHealth team.

Hourly Pay Range: $24.33 - $36.50

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.