Home Health COTA: Impactful, Patient-Centered Care

Texas Health Institute; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to implement therapy plans under OT supervision in a home health setting.

The role requires an active Texas license, CPR certification, and 2+ years of OT experience, plus proficiency with EMR systems and documentation. Expect a collaborative team, adherence to standards, and a productive caseload managed in a patient-centered program.

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor's degree that meets requirements to sit for the COTA exam.
• Active Texas license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Maintains CPR certification.
• 2+ years of OT assistant experience.
• Knowledge of current OT standards and regulations.
• Experience with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services according to Plan of Care established by an OT.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in use of therapy equipment.
• Document clinical notes and progress.
• Participate in discharge planning and team conferences.
• Maintain productivity 27–32 visits per week.
• Train patients in use of braces and assistive devices.
• Coordinate with CTM/CTC and scheduling for home health services.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and infection control standards.
• Participate in on-call duties as assigned.

Skills

Active Texas license

CPR certification

2+ years OT assistant experience

Observation and communication skills

EMR experience

Problem solving and data analysis

Mobility and endurance for patientcare

Compliance with standards

MS Word and Outlook

Prioritization and objective setting

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree to sit for exam (COTA)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to implement therapy plans under OT supervision in a home health setting.

The role requires an active Texas license, CPR certification, and 2+ years of OT experience, plus proficiency with EMR systems and documentation. Expect a collaborative team, adherence to standards, and a productive caseload managed in a patient-centered program.