Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
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Job Description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Help patients make progress where it matters most: in their everyday lives. Choice Health at Home is looking for a compassionate, motivated COTA who enjoys building relationships and helping people regain the skills they need for greater independence.
Working with an Occupational Therapist, you’ll provide hands-on treatment that helps patients improve strength, mobility, and their ability to perform daily activities.
What You’LL Do
- Carry out treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
- Help patients build functional skills and work toward their therapy goals.
- Document care accurately and communicate progress to the Occupational Therapist and care team.
- Educate and encourage patients and families throughout treatment.
- Follow infection control practices and agency policies to support safe, consistent care.
What You’LL Bring
- Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
- CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
- Home health or skilled nursing facility experience preferred
- HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred
Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods and to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) eligibility after three months, with immediate vesting and a company match of 100% on the first 3% you contribute each pay period
- Health savings account
- Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Mileage reimbursement/stipend
Ready to help patients regain confidence and independence? Apply today to join Choice Health at Home.
Key Responsibilities
The COTA will carry out treatment plans developed by an Occupational Therapist to help patients improve strength, mobility, and daily living skills. They are also responsible for documenting care, communicating progress to the care team, and educating patients and their families.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license and CPR certification. A valid driver's license and auto insurance are required, with preference given to those with home health or skilled nursing facility experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Arizona index 100.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Arizona | 208 active | 9,022 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Arizona occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 11% offer loan repayment233 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,162 in the last 30 days | 1,674 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +4.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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