Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA Home Health PRN

Elara Caring•Pasadena, TX

21d

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Every day, our dedicated teams deliver high-quality, compassionate care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, meeting them wherever they are on their health journey. We’re looking for a PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) who’s passionate about helping patients regain independence and live life to the fullest. If you’re driven by purpose, flexibility, and the chance to truly make a difference, this role is for you.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current, unrestricted COTA license in the state of practice
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a COTA
Ability and willingness to travel within the branch coverage area (up to 50%)
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move throughout the workday

Responsibilities

Promote Elara Caring’s mission, philosophy, and standards of excellence
Assist in implementing individualized rehabilitation plans under the direction of an Occupational Therapist
Perform routine patient visits and reassess therapy needs at each visit
Communicate significant findings or changes in patient condition to the OT, physician, and care team
Verify and follow the established Plan of Care and physician orders
Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, home exercise programs, and safety
Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer requirements
Identify and report potential coverage or payment concerns
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation
Collaborate with clinical staff on schedules, patient needs, and care coordination
Support initiatives to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits