Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA - Home Health PRN

VitalCaring Group • Winter Haven, FL

2h • Onsite

About The Position

VitalCaring is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide home health care that helps patients regain independence and confidence after illness or injury. This field-based role involves one-on-one care in patients’ homes, delivering personalized, goal-driven treatment under the direction of a Licensed Occupational Therapist. The position offers autonomy in managing the workday with guidance from an experienced OT team and collaboration with nurses, therapists, and leadership.

The COTA helps patients rebuild skills for daily living and improve functional outcomes and quality of life. The role requires clinical awareness, compassionate care, and the ability to adapt treatment to real-life home environments. The posting identifies the position as PRN but does not specify a work schedule or employment type beyond that designation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active COTA license or certification in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based environment.
• Strong clinical observation, communication, and time-management skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Home Health experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience delivering therapy in patient homes rather than facility settings.
• Ability to adapt care plans to real-life home environments.
• Confidence identifying and escalating changes in patient condition.
• A balance of clinical skill and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans to improve patients’ ability to perform daily activities.
• Provide hands-on therapy focused on strength, coordination, mobility, and self-care.
• Retrain patients in activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, and meal preparation.
• Assess and report on patient progress, function, and home safety needs.
• Educate patients and caregivers on techniques, exercises, and safety strategies.
• Identify changes in patient condition and communicate proactively with the OT and care team.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Support a safe, effective, and coordinated plan of care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pharmacy benefits.
• Virtual and mental health support.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings account (HSA).
• Supplemental health and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee referral program.
• Prepaid legal plans.
• Identity theft protection.
• Generous paid time off.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree