Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA - PRN

Empath Health; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Empath Home Health, part of Empath Health, is seeking a caring PRN Home Health COTA to perform home visits in Marion County. The role supports a patient-centered care model with flexible scheduling and potential growth to full-time as demand grows.

Qualified candidates will have an OTA program completion, state licensure, and at least 1 year of licensed OTA experience; home health experience is preferred. Mileage reimbursement is often available in this role.

Qualifications

• Proof of completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• State licensure as an occupational therapy assistant.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Home health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of the OT/Director.
• Applies therapeutic self-care and activities to improve independence and functioning.
• Evaluates equipment needs to increase patient functional level.
• Prepares progress notes and submits them timely.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Home health visits

Education

OTA program completion

Job description

Empath Home Health , a member of Empath Health , is seeking a caring and motivated PRN Home Health COTA Occupational Therapy Assistant to do home visits in the Marion County (Marion, Lake, and Sumter counties)

Award-Winning Home Health: Recognized as one of America’s BestHome Health Providers for 2026, Empath Home Health delivers high‑quality, outcomes‑driven care trusted by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support that assists with daily needs as part of a seamless continuum of care.

Locations: Home health visits in the Marion County (Marion, Lake, & Sumter counties)

Schedule: PRN; 5-10+ home health visits per week

What You’ll Do

• Provides occupational therapy services, following the plan of care under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist/Director of Director.
• Applies therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and mental functioning.
• Evaluates equipment needs to increase functional level of the patient.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes of services provided, patient activities and condition and submit in a timely manner.

Why Join Empath Health as a PRN clinician?

• Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads
• Strong interdisciplinary support
• Mileage reimbursement
• Growth potential: several roles could expand to full-time as the market grows!
• Meaningful, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients’ homes
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You’ll Need

• Proof of completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• State licensure as an occupational therapy assistant.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Home health care experience preferred.

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

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