Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant curriculum
Certified with the National Certification Examination
Licensed by the State Board of Healing Arts
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Current CPR certification
Ability to travel to patients' homes
Preference for prior home health experience
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients' functional status as directed by an occupational therapist
Teach patients new skills or retrain them in lost daily activities
Maintain and document clinical records accurately
Follow and document treatment plans for patient progress
Communicate with other healthcare personnel involved in patient care
Attend and contribute to in-services and case conferences
Identify needs for additional home care services and assist with referrals
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Flexible scheduling
Short- and long-term disability
Membership in Obran Cooperative with unique benefits
Profit sharing opportunities
Full Job Description
Physicians Choice Home Health is hiring a full-time or part-time/per diemCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Home Healthcare Team and see patients in the South Bay LA Area. In this role, you will provide high-quality occupational therapy services to patients in the comfort of their own homes, helping them regain independence and improve their daily functioning. You will work closely with a supervising Occupational Therapist and a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
What You'll Do
Provide in-home occupational therapy visits under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
Help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence
Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safe movement
Document visits in WellSky/Kinnser in a timely manner
Communicate patient progress and concerns to the care team
Requirements
Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association
Active California COTA license
Current CPR/BLS certification
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patient homes
Home Healthcare experience
Experience with the Kinnser/Wellsky EMR preferred (not required)
Benefits
$25-60/hour, depending on type of work performed
Mileage reimbursement
Cellular device reimbursement
Eligibility for Obran Cooperative membership and profit-sharing
Full-time packages also include
Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, with generous employer contributions
HSA/FSA options to cover healthcare expenses and dependent care with pre-tax dollars
401(k)
Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
Salary Range Disclaimer: The rates listed represent the low and high end of the range for this position. Visit and reimbursement rates vary based on visit type and employment status (1099 or W2). Rates may be adjusted in the future, and employees will be notified of these changes.
