Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) (10045)

Company: Summit Home Care & Hospice
Location: Delaware
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an experienced and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. We’re committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services in the comfort of our patients' homes to positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of care. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA): Full-Time: Monday – Friday; 40 Hours/Week Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per Visit & Hourly Rate for Training/Orientation $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! Coverage Location: Delaware, OH | Sunbury, OH | Lewis Center, OH & surrounding areas Travel: Required Milage Reimbursement, $0.48/Mile Responsibilities: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will report to the Registered Occupational Therapist that is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist for any changes in the patient's condition. Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy. Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the registered occupational therapist. Documents patient response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in patient care to promote coordinated, efficient care. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home care services. Consults with the supervising registered occupational therapist and assists with necessary referrals, as appropriate. Participates in instructing patient family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient treatment regime as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Will be supervised by the registered occupational therapist no less than every thirty days. Documentation in the clinical record will reflect ongoing communication between the registered occupational therapist and certified occupational therapy assistant, the patient's condition, the patient's response to services provided by the assistant, any need to change the plan of care, and patient outcomes. Qualifications Qualifications: Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Licensed by the State Board of Healing Arts in accordance with state licensure laws. A minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience as a certified occupational therapy assistant is preferred. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization's requirements. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills. Benefits: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) 401(k) Matching Disability Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Schedule Paid Time Off Paid Sick Time Referral Program Mileage Reimbursement

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