Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Health

Overview

Shift: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you will play a vital role in helping patients regain independence and improve daily living skills through personalized, compassionate care. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will provide direct treatment services to a diverse community-based caseload while applying clinical best practices and evidence-based interventions. This role is ideal for a dedicated healthcare professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient experiences and achieving meaningful outcomes.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality and safe delivery of services to patients according to care plan.  Uses equipment and supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently. 
• Consistently utilizes a patient-centered approach considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned service area. 
• Treats patients/clients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance using specified occupational therapy procedures. 
• Directs and aids patients/clients in plan of treatment. 
• Delivers quality care consistent with Home Health Conditions of Participation, qualifying home care criteria, payor coverage criteria, and providing visits/treatments consistent with the plan of care. 

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of State Board approved program for Occupational Therapy Assistants  

Licensure/Certifications:

• Licensed, registered, or certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the state(s) where providing services 
• ICM Certification 
• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.   
• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. 
• CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification. 

Minimum Expeirence:

• Minimum CNA 75 hour
• 1 year experience in a health care field

Other:

• Use of usual + customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

Apply Today!

• Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? Apply now to join our team + make a meaningful impat in the lives of those we serve through compassionate care!