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VitalCaring Group
Tampa, Florida

Occupational Therapist Assistant, COTA - Home Health - PRN

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Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Home Health

VitalCaring – Deliver Care That Restores Independence

At VitalCaring, we don’t just provide care - we help patients regain independence and confidence in the place they call home. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you play a vital role in helping patients rebuild the skills they need for daily living following illness or injury.

This is a role for a COTA who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment and is passionate about making a measurable impact in patients’ lives.

Why Join VitalCaring?

  • Meaningful, one-on-one patient care in the home setting
  • Autonomy with support – manage your day with guidance from an experienced OT team
  • Real impact on functional outcomes and quality of life
  • Collaborative care model with nurses, therapists, and leadership
  • What You’ll Do
  • Work under the direction of a Licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver personalized, goal-driven care:
  • Implement treatment plans to improve patients’ ability to perform daily activities
  • Provide hands-on therapy focused on strength, coordination, mobility, and self-care
  • Retrain patients in ADLs (dressing, bathing, meal prep, etc.)
  • Assess and report on patient progress, function, and home safety needs
  • Educate patients and caregivers on techniques, exercises, and safety strategies
  • Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with the OT and care team
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation in the EMR
  • Support a safe, effective, and coordinated plan of care
  • What We’re Looking For
  • We’re seeking COTAs who understand the independence and clinical awareness required in home health:
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  • Active COTA license/certification in the state of practice
  • Home Health experience strongly preferred
  • Current CPR certification
  • Ability to work independently in a field-based environment
  • Strong clinical observation, communication, and time management skills
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
  • What Sets You Apart
  • Experience delivering therapy in patient homes vs. facility settings
  • Ability to adapt care plans to real-life home environments
  • Confidence identifying and escalating changes in patient condition
  • A balance of clinical skill and compassionate care
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits
  • A compensation package that recognizes your expertise and impact.
  • Health & Wellness
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Pharmacy Benefits
  • Virtual & Mental Health Support
  • FSAs & HSA
  • Supplemental Health & Life Insurance
  • Financial & Legal
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Prepaid Legal Plans
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Work-Life Balance & Perks
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement

At VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction.

If you’re ready to help patients regain independence where it matters most, apply today.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

The COTA will implement personalized treatment plans to help patients regain independence in their homes by improving daily living skills. They will provide hands-on therapy, monitor patient progress, and communicate changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program and hold an active COTA license. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification are required for this field-based position.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Home Health CareADL TrainingTreatment PlanningPatient EducationMobility TrainingStrength TrainingCoordination TrainingSafety Assessment

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Florida, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (118 salary observations; 517 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (5,208 salary observations; 15,532 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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About VitalCaring Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, Texas
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision
Pharmacy Benefits
Virtual & Mental Health Support
FSAs & HSA
Supplemental Health & Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Employee Referral Program
Prepaid Legal Plans