Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, Home Health

Elara Capital

. Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement, and administrative policies to ensure quality of care .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeStrongsville • Ohio • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing patient care plans based on Occupational Therapy findings, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and effectively communicating with multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in patient assessment, education, and maintaining continuity of care in a clinical setting.

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COTA CertificationPatient AssessmentOccupational Therapy ComplianceClinical Care CoordinationPatient Education

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Hard Skills

Patient Care PlanningClinical Note DocumentationTherapy Needs AssessmentHome Exercise Program InstructionRehabilitation ImplementationCompliance with Medicare RegulationsPatient PositioningEquipment Handling

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingDependabilityAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

COTA Certification

Industry Keywords

Occupational TherapyMedicare RegulationsMedicaid RegulationsClinical Care SettingPatient Care QualityRehabilitation NeedsFiscal Intermediary Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement, and administrative policies to ensure quality of care
Assist in implementing rehabilitation needs by following a plan of care based on Occupational Therapist findings
Make routine visits and re-evaluate patients’ therapy needs during each visit
Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to supervisors, Occupational Therapist, physician, and other care team members
Verify the Plan of Care before each visit and provide care according to physician’s orders, assessment data, standards, and guidelines
Counsel and instruct patients and caregivers on therapy needs and home exercise programs
Promote compliance with fiscal intermediary and third-party payer requirements through education, coaching, and assistance
Identify and report potential payment or coverage problems
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and Medicare, Medicaid, and reimbursement regulations
Assure continuity and quality of patient care
Maintain communication with clinical staff regarding schedules, patient data, needs, physician orders, and special instructions
Enter clinical notes in a timely manner and coordinate services with physicians, staff, and disciplines
Implement actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency-room visits
Report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of a certified occupational therapy curriculum established by the Occupational Therapy Association
Current, unrestricted COTA certification in the state of work
Minimum one (1) year of experience as a COTA in a clinical care setting
Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area
Dependable vehicle
Valid driver’s license
Current auto insurance in accordance with state laws
Must be able and willing to travel 50%
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
Ability to work in a physically demanding, high-stress environment
Ability to work irregular hours, including call hours if applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(K) with employer match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Family bereavement
Pet bereavement
Pet insurance