Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Palms Home Care; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Palms Home Care is seeking a reliable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver in-home therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will help patients improve independence and safety in their homes, while documenting visits and collaborating with the care team.

Requirements include a Florida COTA license and an associate degree. Home health experience is preferred, with CPR certification and a valid driver's license required to support flexible travel across

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Florida COTA license.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare documentation requirements is a plus.
• Familiar with EHR such as Kinnser.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Implement therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, coordination, and mobility.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety strategies.
• Accurately document patient visits in accordance with Medicare and home health guidelines.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to supervising OT and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

CPR certification

Home health experience

Medicare documentation knowledge

Kinnser EHR familiarity

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Tools

Kinnser EHR

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide in-home therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The COTA will assist patients in improving functional independence and safety within their home environment. Come join an amazing agency that values their employees.

Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy interventions as directed by the supervising OT
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Implement therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, coordination, and mobility
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety strategies
• Accurately document patient visits in accordance with Medicare and home health guidelines
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to supervising OT and interdisciplinary team

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Active Florida COTA license
• Home health experience preferred
• Knowledge of Medicare documentation requirements is a plus
• Familiar with EHR such as Kinnser
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Possesses andmaintainscurrent CPR certification
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling
• Mileage reimbursement

This role requires a Level 2 background screening in compliance with Florida AHCA regulations prior to employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/