Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) –

Healthcare Recruiters International; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

CEU support

Mentorship program

Paid training

Job summary

Healthcare Recruiters International is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with lymphedema experience or CLT certification to join a clinician-led team delivering in-home therapy. This role offers flexible scheduling, manageable caseloads (24–30 visits/week), and a comprehensive benefits package.

Competitive pay: $77,000–$93,000 annually or $50–$60/hour. Opportunities across Florida with potential mentorship and paid training.

Qualifications

• Active COTA license required.
• CLT certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel within coverage area.
• Comfortable using electronic documentation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-home lymphedema therapy under supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Implement individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
• Provide hands-on therapy and patient education for self-management.
• Complete documentation accurately and participate in interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Maintain compliance with clinical, state, and federal guidelines.

Skills

Active COTA license

CLT Certification preferred

Travel within coverage area

Team collaboration

Tools

Electronic documentation platforms

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Lymphedema Care

Full-Time | Part-Time | W-2

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with lymphedema experience or CLT certification to join a clinician-led team focused on patient-centered, high-quality care. This role offers flexibility, manageable caseloads, and the opportunity to specialize in a growing and highly impactful area of physical therapy.

• Competitive compensation: $77,000–$93,000 annually or $50–$60/hour
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
• Manageable caseloads (approximately 24–30 visits per week)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and CEU support
• Structured onboarding, mentorship, and paid training opportunities
• Specialty focus without the pressures of traditional high-volume home health

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Responsibilities

• Deliver in-home lymphedema therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
• Implement individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress
• Provide hands-on therapy and patient education to support long-term self-management
• Complete documentation accurately and participate in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Maintain compliance with all applicable clinical, state, and federal guidelines

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Qualifications

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
• CLT certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Home health experience preferred
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel within the assigned coverage area
• Comfortable using electronic documentation platforms

Additional Florida Opportunities Available:

Multiple regions throughout Florida are based on patient demand. Coverage areas are assigned close to home. CLT certification preferred or demonstrated experience treating lymphedema patients.