HH Occupational Therapist Assistant - Tampa

Sr Companies; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

First Senior Home Health Tampa in Tampa, FL is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for full-time and PRN roles. You will provide skilled OT services in patients’ homes under the supervision of an OT, focusing on independence and functional recovery.

Responsibilities include assisting with evaluations and care-plan development, documenting progress within 48 hours, teaching exercises to patients and families, and coordinating with the OT and care team.

Qualifications

• Completed ACOTE-accredited OT program.
• Eligible to sit NBCOT exam.
• Licensed or eligible to practice in Florida.
• Current CPR certification.
• Able to drive to patients' homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled OT services in patients' homes under OT supervision.
• Assist in evaluation, development, and periodic re-evaluation of the rehabilitative plan.
• Prepare clinical and daily progress notes within 48 hours.
• Instruct patients and families on exercises and self-care activities.
• Record observations and communicate changes to the OT and physician.

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT eligibility

Florida license

Criminal background check cleared

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

First Senior Home Health Tampa – Tampa, FL 33634. Position: Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). Full‑time and PRN positions available.

Duties

• Provide skilled occupational therapy service, on an intermittent basis, to patients in their homes, under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist (OT).

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the OT, provide patient care services delegated by the OT.
• Assist in evaluation, development, and periodic re‑evaluation of the rehabilitative plan of care as required.
• Participate in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes, submitted within 48 hours; also prepare periodic summary reports.
• Instruct patient and family, assist in teaching exercise programs, and provide therapeutic self‑care and creative activities to improve independence and functioning.
• Identify possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, and contraindicated medication and report to the OT.
• Observe and record activities in the clinical record, report patient reaction to treatment and any changes in condition to the OT and physician.
• Consult with OT regarding outcome of home visits and report physical findings in written form.
• Assist in evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan, and periodic re‑evaluation as indicated.
• Instruct other health team personnel, including Home Health Aides, and family members, on phases of occupational therapy.
• Attend rehabilitation department staff meetings and case conferences.
• Instruct patient in use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Participate in discharge activities and assist the OT in completing the Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary.
• Confirm weekly scheduling of visits with Supervisor/Clinical Manager to coordinate agency visits.
• Engage in self‑development through educational programs, workshops, conferences, active participation in professional organizations, and individual research.
• Assume other duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the OT.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) or successor organizations.
• Eligible to take or have successfully completed the entry‑level certification examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Licensed or registered by the state of Florida.
• Criminal background check completed.
• Current CPR certification (online certification not accepted).

Job Conditions

• Must be able to drive and access patients’ homes, which may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity sufficient to perform physical assessment and patient care.
• May be required to bend, stoop, reach, and move patient weight up to 250lb; lift/carry up to 30lb.
• Effective communication in English required.
• Florida applicants must complete required background check through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.