Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA
Company: Florida Home Health
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: November 2, 2025
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Job Description:
We are hiring a PRN COTA The Occupational Therapy Assistant in
Home Health is responsible for providing occupational therapy to
patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical
ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs his/her duties
in accordance with policies and procedures and the established plan
of care. At Florida Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a
culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful
connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their
families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all
about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. As
an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect: - the ability to
build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships -
continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities -
independence and autonomy - career growth possibilities Give your
passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced
quality healthcare. *Responsibilities The Occupational Therapy
Assistant (COTA, OTA) in Home Health is responsible for providing
occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to
their fullest physical ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant
performs his/her duties in accordance with policies and procedures
and the established plan of care. - Responsible for following all
state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy
in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the
supervising OT. - Following the plan of care, instructs and aids
patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the
occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws
governing occupational therapy assistants. - Observes, records, and
reports to the supervising OT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the
physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the
patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the
healthcare team as appropriate. - Instructs patient, family,
caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas
of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.
License Requirements - Current OTA licensure in the state of FL -
Current CPR certification - Current driver's license and vehicle
insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public
Keywords: Florida Home Health, Bradenton , Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA, Healthcare , Bradenton, Florida
