Certified Occupational Assistant Home Health

Pinnacle Home Care; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

CEUs for licensure

Employee referral program

USA Today Top Workplace

Flexible scheduling

Growth & stability

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Pinnacle Home Care, Florida’s largest Medicare-certified home health provider, seeks an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our award-winning team. You will work under the OT to deliver client care, develop rehabilitation plans, and educate patients and families in home-based settings.

Ideal candidates have a completed OTA program, state licensure, BLS, and 6–12 months of home health experience, plus strong communication and organizational skills. A driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year of Home Health experience preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order and insured.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Results-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the OT provides client care services that have been delegated by the Occupational Therapist.
• Under the direction of the OT assists in the evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation as required.
• Participates in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes; submits notes according to policy.
• Instructs the client and family, and assists in teaching exercise programs with the OT.
• Guides and instructs the client in prescribed therapeutic self-care and use of self-help devices.
• Observes and records activities in the clinical record and reports changes to the OT and physician.
• Under supervision of the OT, assists in evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care and reevaluation as indicated.
• Instructs other health team personnel and family members on phases of therapy to support client progress.
• Writes daily progress notes and prepares periodic summary reports as indicated.
• Attends rehabilitation department staff meetings and case conferences as required.
• Instructs client in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Participates in discharge activities and completes Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary.
• Coordinates scheduling of visits with Supervisor/Director of Clinical Services to align agency visits.
• Assumes other duties deemed appropriate by the OT.
• Assists in timely reassessments and notifies the office if a 30-day assessment or recertification is due.

Skills

Home Health experience

Communication skills

Clinical documentation

Licensed OTA

BLS Certification

Driver's license

Education

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Now Hiring: Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)

Are you looking to make a difference in patients’ lives with a company that values your expertise? Join us in our mission of delivering compassionate healthcare where it matters most –– at home.

Pinnacle Home Care, Florida’s largest Medicare-certified home health provider, has been delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for over two decades, and we’re looking for Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) to join our award-winning team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the OT provides client care services that have been delegated by the Occupational Therapist.
• Under the direction of the OT assists in the evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation as required.
• Participates in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes. All notes are reviewed by the OT and submitted according to company policy. Also prepares periodic summary reports.
• Together with the OT, instructs the client and family, and assists in teaching them exercise programs.
• Guides and instructs the client in prescribed therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and mental functioning and assists the client in the use of self-help devices.
• Identifies possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, and contra-indicated medication and reports same to the OT.
• Observes, and records activities and findings in the clinical record and reports to the OT and the physician the client's reaction to treatment and any changes in the client's condition.
• Consults with OT regarding the outcome of home visits and reports physical findings.
• Under the supervision of the OT, assists in the evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic reevaluation/reassessment as indicated.
• Instructs other health team personnel including, as appropriate, Home Health Aides, as well as family members with respect to certain phases of occupational therapy, so that they may work with the client.
• Writes daily progress notes on patients, and submits same according to company policy, and prepares periodic summary reports as indicated.
• Attends rehabilitation department staff meetings and case conferences as required.
• Instructs client in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, and prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Participates with staff, clients, and physicians in discharge activities and assists the Occupational Therapist in completing the Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary.
• Confirms the scheduling of visits with the Supervisor/Director of Clinical Services (DCS) to coordinate Agency visits.
• Assumes other duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the OT.
• Participates in effective coordination of schedule to ensure all reassessments are performed in a timely manner (alerts the office if a 30-day assessment or recertification is due).

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year of Home Health experience preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization's requirements.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Results-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Personalized, One-on-One Care: Help patients heal and regain their independence by delivering individualized care in the comfort of their homes.
• Growth & Stability: Over two decades as Florida’s largest home health agency.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
• Competitive Benefits & Perks: Including Daily Pay (work today, get paid tomorrow!) and an employee referral program where you can earn rewards.
• Recognized Excellence: Ranked as a USA Today Top Workplace.
• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a schedule that aligns with your personal priorities.
• Supportive & Fun Culture: Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

Pinnacle promotes an inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Be part of a company that empowers clinicians to make a difference in the lives of over 10,000 patients across Florida every day.