Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Home Health - Full Time

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Home HealthAt VitalCaring, we don't just provide care - we help patients regain independence and confidence in the place they call home. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you play a vital role in helping patients rebuild the skills they need for daily living following illness or injury.This is a role for a COTA who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment and is passionate about making a measurable impact in patients' lives.Meaningful, one-on-one patient care in the home settingAutonomy with support – manage your day with guidance from an experienced OT teamReal impact on functional outcomes and quality of lifeCollaborative care model with nurses, therapists, and leadershipWork under the direction of a Licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver personalized, goal-driven care:Implement treatment plans to improve patients' ability to perform daily activitiesProvide hands-on therapy focused on strength, coordination, mobility, and self-careRetrain patients in ADLs (dressing, bathing, meal prep, etc.)Assess and report on patient progress, function, and home safety needsEducate patients and caregivers on techniques, exercises, and safety strategiesIdentify changes in condition and communicate proactively with the OT and care teamComplete timely, accurate documentation in the EMRSupport a safe, effective, and coordinated plan of careWe're seeking COTAs who understand the independence and clinical awareness required in home health:Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programActive COTA license/certification in the state of practiceHome Health experience strongly preferredCurrent CPR certificationAbility to work independently in a field-based environmentStrong clinical observation, communication, and time management skillsValid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insuranceExperience delivering therapy in patient homes vs. facility settingsAbility to adapt care plans to real-life home environmentsConfidence identifying and escalating changes in patient conditionA balance of clinical skill and compassionate careCompetitive Pay & BenefitsHealth & WellnessMedical, Dental & VisionPharmacy BenefitsVirtual & Mental Health SupportFSAs & HSASupplemental Health & Life InsuranceFinancial & Legal401(k) with Company MatchEmployee Referral ProgramPrepaid Legal PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionWork-Life Balance & PerksGenerous Paid Time OffPet InsuranceTuition & Continuing Education ReimbursementAt VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction.If you're ready to help patients regain independence where it matters most, apply today.All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.