Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA

Elara Caring • Mayfield Heights, OH

3d • 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 provides occupational therapy services under a plan of care developed by an Occupational Therapist, helping patients build the skills needed for everyday life in their own homes and supporting their safety and independence.

The role involves working collaboratively with an Occupational Therapist and an interdisciplinary care team. Employees may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement benefits, and tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time staff. Continuing education opportunities are available at no cost. Mileage reimbursement or a fleet vehicle program may be available subject to eligibility and restrictions. Benefit eligibility varies by position and shift status.

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 the physical duties of the role, 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 that helps reduce avoidable hospital and emergency room visits.
• Follow physician orders, healthcare regulations, and agency policies.

Benefits

• No-cost continuing education opportunities.
• Mileage reimbursement or a fleet vehicle program, subject to eligibility.
• Medical insurance for eligible employees.
• Dental insurance for eligible employees.
• Vision insurance for eligible employees.
• Pet insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees.
• Paid time off for eligible employees.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree