COTA: Empower Independence in Acute Rehab - Full-Time/PRN

Venice Health and Rehab; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Venice Health and Rehab is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Florida for full-time or PRN work. You will assist licensed OTs in implementing personalized treatment plans to promote functional independence and support ADLs such as grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility.

The role includes assisting with patient transport within facilities or to external appointments, documenting care activities, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute care settings such as hospitals or emergency departments is highly desirable.
• Background in outpatient clinics or skilled nursing facilities is valuable.
• Hands‑on experience assisting clients with disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, or geriatrics is essential.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and medical imaging enhances treatment support.
• Familiarity with home health environments and occupational health settings broadens versatility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing personalized treatment plans designed by occupational therapists to promote functional independence.
• Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
• Help facilitate patient transport within facilities or to external appointments while ensuring safety through manual handling techniques.
• Document care activities accurately and thoroughly in compliance with healthcare standards and care plans.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and caregivers to optimize patient outcomes.
• Contribute to care documentation updates, progress notes, and discharge summaries to ensure seamless communication across the care team.

Skills

ADL assistance

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Manual handling

Job description

Venice Health and Rehab is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Florida for full-time or PRN work. You will assist licensed OTs in implementing personalized treatment plans to promote functional independence and support ADLs such as grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility.

The role includes assisting with patient transport within facilities or to external appointments, documenting care activities, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.