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Home Health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Southeast Columbus, OH

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Company

OhioHealth at Home in partnership with Compassus

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Position Summary

Support OTs in delivering exceptional patient care by focusing on therapy goals and patient progress. Use AI-supported tools to assist in documentation, allowing more time for quality patient interaction.

  • Patient-Centered Care: Spend more time providing hands-on, compassionate care to patients.
  • Reduced Documentation Burden: Use AI-supported tools to streamline clinical notes and regain personal time.

Work-Life Balance: Cut down on after-hours documentation, allowing more time for family and personal priorities.

Enhanced Efficiency: Experience an easier transition to technology-driven workflows that simplify compliance with care standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with therapy sessions and monitor patient progress.
  • Use AI technology to ensure clear and accurate documentation of sessions.
  • Reduce administrative workloads and focus more on hands-on care.

Education And/or Experience

  • Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Two (2) years of experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.
  • Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
  • Active and unencumbered Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of employment required.
  • Required within 30 days of hire - National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.

Your Career Journey Matters

We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

The Compassus Advantage

  • Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
  • Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
  • Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
  • Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
  • Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
  • A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Requirements

Requires an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy and an active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical documentationPatient monitoring

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top OTA Jobs

3 matches · ranked by pay
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$47-$52/hr
#2

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$35-$40/hr
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$27.58-$31.88/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k
Typical market rent
$1,450/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Compassus

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1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Flexible time off
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness programs
401k with company matching
Health insurance
Dental
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