Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA

Elara Caring • Euclid, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for home health visits across Eastern Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula counties. Specific patient assignments and travel expectations will be discussed during the interview. The COTA helps patients build skills for everyday activities and greater independence in their own homes, working under the care plan developed by an Occupational Therapist and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Hold current, unrestricted credentials required to practice as a COTA in the state of employment.
• At least 1 year of COTA experience in a clinical care setting.
• Ability to perform physical duties, including frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record or reliable transportation between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Availability for occasional irregular or on-call hours, as required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services under the care plan developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Help patients improve daily living skills, mobility, and safe use of their home environment.
• Teach patients and caregivers exercises, safe techniques, and strategies to use between visits.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Occupational Therapist and care team.
• Complete accurate, timely visit documentation.
• Support coordinated care intended to help reduce avoidable hospital and emergency room visits.
• Follow physician orders, healthcare regulations, and agency policies.

Benefits

• Continuing education opportunities at no cost.
• Mileage reimbursement or a fleet vehicle program, subject to eligibility and restrictions.
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees.
• Paid time off and paid holidays for eligible employees.
• Family and pet bereavement benefits for eligible employees.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree