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Harry Physical Therapy & Wellness

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) In-Home Therapy | Central Florida

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - In-Home Therapy | Central Florida Harry Physical Therapy & Wellness Altamonte Springs, FL Job Details Contract $50 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications Occupational Therapy Assistant License COTA Patient interaction Orthopedics Geriatrics Full Job Description Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - In-Home Care About Us Harry Physical Therapy & Wellness provides in-home, in-clinic, and community-based physical and occupational therapy services throughout Central Florida. We primarily serve older adults living with neurological and orthopedic conditions, and we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality care that supports safety, independence, and participation in meaningful daily activities. Position Overview We are seeking a skilled, dependable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team and provide in-home occupational therapy services. The ideal candidate is compassionate, clinically confident, and comfortable working independently in the home setting while collaborating closely with the supervising Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary care team. Key Responsibilities Provide in-home occupational therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Implement the established occupational therapy plan of care. Provide training and intervention related to activities of daily living (ADLs), including dressing, grooming, toileting, bathing, and other functional tasks as appropriate. Provide functional transfer and mobility training as it relates to daily activities and independence in the home. Address balance, coordination, strength, endurance, activity tolerance, and upper-extremity function within the occupational therapy plan of care. Provide therapeutic activities and neuromuscular re-education as appropriate. Assist with positioning, wheelchair management, adaptive equipment, and durable medical equipment. Educate patients, family members, and caregivers regarding safety, home routines, adaptive strategies, and functional independence. Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate changes or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist. Document treatment sessions accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner. Preferred Qualifications Current Florida COTA license. Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Experience working with older adults and/or patients with neurological or orthopedic conditions. Experience with ADL training, functional mobility, caregiver education, and home-based occupational therapy preferred. Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the supervising OT. Excellent communication, documentation, and patient-interaction skills. Benefits Flexible scheduling Competitive pay Supportive interdisciplinary team Opportunities for ongoing training and mentorship One-on-one patient care Opportunity to work with neurological and geriatric populations
Job Type:
Contract Pay:
$50.00 per hour
Work Location:
On the road

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Dental Insurance

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What they do

An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$60,730 / year median in Florida

+19% projected growth

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