Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Documentation, First Aid, Healthcare, Home Care, License Management, Nursing, Occupational Health, Occupational Therapy, Patient Education, Quality of Care, RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service), Standup Meetings, Time Management, Treatment Plan, Vaccination
We are seeking an experienced Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a 13-week Home Health assignment. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled therapy services to patients in their homes and residential settings, helping them improve independence, safety, and overall functional performance.
This position is ideal for a therapy professional who enjoys working independently while providing high-quality, patient-centered care in the home health setting.
Assignment Details- Length:13 Weeks
- Schedule:Days, Monday–Friday
- Missed visits may be made up on weekends as needed
- Guaranteed Hours:40 hours per week
- Travel Radius: Up to 50 miles from the facility
- Expected Weekly Mileage: Approximately 50–75 miles (may vary)
- Mileage: Included in bill rate
- Patient Load: Approximately 6–7 visits per day
- Charting System:WellSky
- Required Daily Stand-Up Meeting: Monday–Friday at 8:30 AM
Responsibilities- Provide occupational therapy treatments under the direction of the supervising Occupational Therapist
- Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), safety, mobility, and functional independence
- Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist
- Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, safety strategies, and home exercise programs
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in WellSky
- Coordinate care with Occupational Therapists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in home and residential settings
- Maintain professional standards while supporting positive patient outcomes
Requirements- Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Required: Active COTA license in the state of assignment or ability to obtain
- Required: Current BLS and First Aid certifications
- Required: Minimum 2 years of recent licensed COTA experience
- Required: At least 1 recently completed travel assignment
- Required: Experience with HomeCare/HomeBase
- Required: Home Health experience
- No New Graduates
Additional Requirements- COVID-19 vaccination and booster(s) required
- Medical and religious exemptions considered on a case-by-case basis
- Approved exemptions require weekly testing per facility policy
- Candidates should review housing options prior to submission
What We Offer- Competitive weekly pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Opportunity to work independently while making a meaningful impact on patients in their homes
- Potential for assignment extensions and future travel opportunities