In-Home Occupational Therapy Assistant — Impactful Care

Elara Caring; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance plans

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide in-home occupational therapy services under the supervision of an OT. You will visit clients, implement care plans, and document progress.

Candidates must have an active COTA license, at least one year of clinical experience, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds; must have reliable transportation to patient homes. Join a team focused on high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a certified occupational therapy curriculum established by the Occupational Therapy Association.
• Current, unrestricted COTA certification in the state of work.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a COTA in a clinical care setting.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services by following the care plan developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Visit patients regularly and monitor their progress during each visit.
• Report changes in a patient’s condition to the Occupational Therapist, physician, and care team.
• Follow physician orders and the established plan of care.
• Teach patients and caregivers home therapy exercises and safe techniques.
• Work closely with the care team to provide coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation for each patient visit.
• Help reduce avoidable hospital and emergency room visits through proactive patient care.
• Stay up to date on healthcare regulations and agency policies.
• Work in a physically active role that may include lifting, transferring patients, and occasional irregular or on‑call hours.

Education

Graduate of a certified occupational therapy curriculum established by the Occupational Therapy Association

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide in-home occupational therapy services under the supervision of an OT. You will visit clients, implement care plans, and document progress.

Candidates must have an active COTA license, at least one year of clinical experience, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds; must have reliable transportation to patient homes. Join a team focused on high-quality patient care.