Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Human Touch Home HealthRichmond, VirginiaOn-sitePart-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 16 hours ago

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About this role

Your Skills Can Turn Everyday Challenges Into Everyday Victories.

Helping Someone Regain Their Independence Is More Than a Job. It's a Reward.

At Human Touch Home Health , we're looking for compassionate, motivated, and dependable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs/OTAs) who understand that even the smallest improvements can make a tremendous difference in someone's life.

We're seeking PRN Occupational Therapy Assistants to provide personalized therapy services in patients' homes throughout Richmond, Virginia, and surrounding communities .

Whether you're looking to supplement your income, gain additional home health experience, or find a position that offers greater flexibility, we want to hear from you.

You Focus on Helping Patients Reach Their Goals. We'll Work With You to Find Visits That Fit Your Availability.

Why This Opportunity May Be Right for You

- Flexible PRN Scheduling: Accept visits based on your availability and patient needs

- Competitive PRN Compensation

- Mileage Reimbursement

- Local Patient Assignments: Share your preferred coverage area

- Opportunities for Additional Patient Visits

- One-on-One Patient Care

- Supportive Occupational Therapists and Clinical Leadership

- Collaborative Interdisciplinary Team

- Professional Independence: Manage assigned visits while working under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist

Where We're Looking for Coverage

We have opportunities throughout the greater Richmond area.

Richmond City

- Downtown Richmond

- Northside

- Southside

- East End

- West End

- Church Hill

- Manchester

Henrico County

- Glen Allen

- Short Pump

- Lakeside

- Highland Springs

- Sandston

- Varina

Chesterfield County

- Midlothian

- Bon Air

- Chester

- North Chesterfield

- Brandermill

Hanover County

- Mechanicsville

- Ashland

- Surrounding communities

You do NOT have to cover every location!

Prefer Richmond and Henrico? Great!

Want to stay closer to Midlothian, Chester, or Mechanicsville? Let us know!

We aim to match available patient visits with your preferred coverage area whenever possible.

What You'll Do

As a Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant, you'll work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help patients improve their ability to complete daily activities safely and independently.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Provide skilled occupational therapy treatments according to established plans of care

- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation

- Implement therapeutic activities designed to improve coordination, strength, endurance, and functional performance

- Teach patients adaptive techniques and the appropriate use of assistive equipment

- Reinforce home safety recommendations and fall prevention strategies

- Educate patients and caregivers on prescribed exercises, energy conservation, and daily living techniques

- Monitor patient responses to treatment and communicate progress or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist

- Collaborate with nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals

- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation using WellSky

- Follow applicable Medicare, Virginia, and agency requirements

- Support patients in achieving established occupational therapy goals

What We're Looking For

- Active Virginia Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) License Required

- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

- NBCOT certification preferred

- Strong patient-care and therapeutic treatment skills

- Excellent communication and documentation abilities

- Reliable transportation to patient homes

- Ability to manage assigned visits while following established plans of care

- Strong organizational and time-management skills

- Home Health Experience Preferred, but Not Required

- Experience with adult and geriatric patients preferred

- WellSky Experience Is a Plus

Every Day Brings an Opportunity to Change a Life

It's helping someone regain the ability to dress independently.

It's teaching a patient how to safely prepare a meal after an illness.

It's watching someone regain confidence in completing everyday tasks.

And sometimes, it's helping a patient accomplish something they thought they might never do again.

At Human Touch Home Health, we believe restoring independence starts with compassionate, personalized care.

Position Details

Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA)
Employment Type: PRN Only
Location: Richmond, VA & Surrounding Communities
Work Setting: Home Health / Field-Based
Schedule: Flexible, Based on Patient Needs and Availability
Territory: Based on Preferred Coverage Area

Richmond OTAs, Let's Talk About Your Next Opportunity!

If you're a Virginia-licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant seeking flexible patient visits, additional income, and the opportunity to provide meaningful one-on-one care, we'd love to connect.

Your Expertise Helps Patients Do More. Your Compassion Helps Them Believe They Can.

Apply today and tell us your preferred coverage area and availability!

Human Touch Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.