COTA - Home Health

Corus Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Corus Health in Albuquerque seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to help patients regain independence at home. You’ll work with an OT and clinical leadership to deliver compassionate, personalized therapy services in patients' familiar surroundings.

Educating patients and families, documenting progress, and collaborating with home health staff are key responsibilities. Travel between locations is required, with supervision by the OT.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• NBCOT certification.
• Currently licensed in the state of practice, with applicable licensure.
• Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based occupational therapy under the supervision of an OT.
• Instruct patients and families on home programs and therapy techniques.
• Document medical records and update care plans after visits.
• Collaborate with OT and home health staff to develop patient care plans.
• Attend scheduled care conferences and participate in QA/QI activities.

Skills

Patient care

Home health care

Education for patients

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

NBCOT certification

Current state licensure

Job description

Description

Your Role & Responsibilities

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you’ll play a key role in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. Working alongside an Occupational Therapist (OT) and under the guidance of clinical leadership, you’ll provide compassionate, hands‑on care while ensuring patients receive personalized, high-quality therapy services.

Providing Patient-Centered Care

• Follow agency policies and procedures to ensure safe, effective care.
• Work with patients to improve or minimize residual physical disabilities.
• Help individuals return to their optimal level of productivity and independence.
• Perform skilled therapy procedures as ordered by the physician and outlined in the care plan.
• Instruct patients and families on home programs, fine motor exercises, and therapy techniques.

Collaborating & Communicating

• Work closely with other home care professionals to develop patient care plans.
• Regularly consult with the OT on treatment adjustments or changes.
• Provide services as planned, delegated, and supervised by the OT.
• Educate patients and families to support continued progress at home.

Documenting & Continuous Learning

• Prepare accurate medical records and update care plans after each visit.
• Assist in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Attend scheduled patient care conferences to discuss care plans.
• Participate in Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Engage in ongoing education and present in-service programs as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program as recognized by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
• Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Currently certified in the state of practice, with licensure or regulation as applicable.
• Two (2) years of experience preferred.

Where You’ll Work

• Primarily indoors in agency offices and patient homes.
• Travel required to and from patient locations.

Who You Report To

• Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Home Health Clinical Managers and Director

Risk & Physical Requirements

• Exposure Level: High (due to direct patient interactions in home settings).
• Physical Activity: Regular bending, lifting, standing, and moderate lifting required. Must be able to stand and actively work for extended periods.

Join Our Team & Make a Difference!

At CareM Management, Corus Health, Ensemble CIN, Sierra HealthCare, and Touchstone Health, we are committed to compassionate, high-quality patient care.