Home Health COTA: Meaningful In-Home Therapy (Local Travel)

Sierra Home Health and Hospice; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Health Care is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled OT in patients' homes in Las Cruces, NM. You will work under the supervision of a licensed OT to help patients regain independence and return to daily routines with confidence.

Responsibilities include delivering interventions, teaching home programs, documenting progress in EMR, and collaborating with the care team. A strong focus on quality, compliance, and patient-centered care is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-recognized Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current NBCOT certification and NM COTA licensure.
• Two years clinical experience preferred; home health experience is a plus.
• Ability to carry out delegated care plans and communicate with supervising OT.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients and caregivers.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Proficient with EMR systems and healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy interventions in patients’ homes, as delegated and supervised by a licensed OT
• Provide maintenance therapy services under programs established by a qualified OT
• Teach patients and caregivers home programs, fine motor exercises, and adaptive techniques
• Monitor patient response to treatment and report changes
• Document services and progress in the EMR
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team in care planning
• Take part in in-service training and QAPI initiatives

Skills

NBCOT certification

NM COTA licensure

Two years clinical experience

EMR proficiency

Education

ACOTE-recognized OT Assistant program

NM COTA licensure

Job description

Sierra Health Care is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled OT in patients' homes in Las Cruces, NM. You will work under the supervision of a licensed OT to help patients regain independence and return to daily routines with confidence.

Responsibilities include delivering interventions, teaching home programs, documenting progress in EMR, and collaborating with the care team. A strong focus on quality, compliance, and patient-centered care is essential.