Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Choice Health at Home; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Health at Home is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Scottsdale home health branch. You’ll work with an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and perform daily activities.

Responsibilities include carrying out plans, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and adhering to infection control and agency policies. A valid COTA license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Home health or skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Help patients build functional skills and work toward their therapy goals.
• Document care accurately and communicate progress to the Occupational Therapist and care team.
• Educate and encourage patients and families throughout treatment.
• Follow infection control practices and agency policies to support safe, consistent care.

Skills

COTA license

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Home health experience

HomeCare HomeBase experience

Job description

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Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Full-Time AZ - Scottsdale Home Health Branch, Scottsdale, AZ, US

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Help patients make progress where it matters most: in their everyday lives. Choice Health at Home is looking for a compassionate, motivated COTA who enjoys building relationships and helping people regain the skills they need for greater independence.

Working with an Occupational Therapist, you’ll provide hands-on treatment that helps patients improve strength, mobility, and their ability to perform daily activities.

What you’ll do

Carry out treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.

Help patients build functional skills and work toward their therapy goals.

Document care accurately and communicate progress to the Occupational Therapist and care team.

Educate and encourage patients and families throughout treatment.

Follow infection control practices and agency policies to support safe, consistent care.

What you’ll bring

Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Home health or skilled nursing facility experience preferred

HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods and to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.

Benefits and perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) eligibility after three months, with immediate vesting and a company match of 100% on the first 3% you contribute each pay period

Health savings account

Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays