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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

$123k - $153k

A-List Therapy Group

Job Description

Job Description

$250 Sign-On Bonus and $250 Referral Bonus
Contract with A List Therapy Group’s Referral Network – Empowering Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs)

Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA

Potential gross annual compensation of $123,000–$153,000 based on contractor’s accepted visit volume | Flexible Schedule | Therapist-Owned Company

About Us

A List Therapy Group is a therapist-owned home health therapy referral and administrative coordination company. Founded by therapists for therapists, we help create a streamlined referral and administrative experience where clinicians can thrive while delivering exceptional care to patients.

With a focus on simplicity, flexibility, and prompt administrative support, we are proud to be one of Southern California’s leading home health therapy referral networks.

✨ Why Choose A List Therapy Group?Competitive Compensation

  • Earn $65 - $70 per completed visit , with potential gross annual compensation of $123,000–$153,000 based on accepted referral volume, completed visits, availability, and service area.

  • $250 sign-on bonus and $250 referral bonus available for contracting with our referral network and referring qualified clinicians.

✨ Flexible Work-Life Balance

  • Set your own schedule and choose your preferred coverage areas.

  • Control your caseload and enjoy the autonomy to accept referral opportunities that align with your availability and service area.

✨ Streamlined Workflow

  • Easy-to-use digital documentation software designed for efficiency — complete most notes during visits.

  • Fully paperless administrative systems help make documentation and coordination easier.

  • Administrative support is available for referral coordination, documentation platform questions, billing-related support, and onboarding to A List’s administrative processes.

  • New graduates and clinicians new to home health are welcome.

Areas With Referral Opportunities

  • Los Angeles County

  • Riverside County

  • San Bernardino County

  • Ventura County

  • Orange County

  • San Diego County

  • Including areas like Chula Vista, Coronado, La Mesa, El Cajon, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Escondido, Poway, and surrounding communities.

What You’ll Do as a COTA:

  • Provide COTA services in accordance with applicable law, physician orders, payer requirements, and the supervising Occupational Therapist’s established plan of care.

  • Deliver skilled occupational therapy services to support patients’ independence, safety, functional mobility, activities of daily living, and quality of life.

  • Educate patients and families on exercises, techniques, safety strategies, and home programs as clinically appropriate and legally permitted.

  • Document patient progress accurately and efficiently in accordance with applicable payer, agency, and regulatory requirements.

  • Communicate with the supervising OT, referring agency, patient, family, or other authorized care participants as clinically appropriate and legally permitted.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Current California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA license

  • Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

  • Passion for providing exceptional patient care

  • Professional, responsive, and committed to high-quality documentation

  • Ability to provide services as an independent contractor

Job Type

Flexible Independent Contractor Opportunities Available

Ready to Advance Your Career as a COTA?

Call us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or email View email address on ziprecruiter.com to learn more.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Contract, Per diem

Benefits:

  • Referral program

Vacancy posted 22 days ago
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