Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Home Care
Company: Carle Health
Location: Normal
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview The Home Care Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
(COTA) gives input into treatment plans for patients of all ages to
resume or adjust activities of daily living. Collaborates with
health care team and follows patient's plan of care as developed by
the Occupational Therapist. Serves as a role model in the delivery
of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and
students. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need.
Qualifications License/Certifications: Licensed Occupational
Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and
Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30
days - American Heart Association (AHA) Driver's License - Varies
Proof of Auto Insurance - Varies Education: Associate's Degree:
Occupational Therapy Other Knowledge/Skills: Work experience 1
years. Ability to work as a member of a interdisciplinary team.
Drives reliable transportation and maintains state required
insurance and valid Illinois Driver's License. Responsibilities
Reviews orders as received and follows patient plan of care as
determined by Physician and OT. Educates patient and family members
in a manner that overcomes barriers; matches their learning
capabilities and meets fundamental needs. Documents through
comprehensive detail about patient visit, information is sufficient
that following staff can determine exactly what and how care was
rendered with a clear plan for the next contact. Documents within
guidelines and timeframes set by regulatory requirements and/or
department policy. Collaboratively communicates and initiates case
conferencing as necessary and documents interactions (other
disciplines, MD, care coordinator, insurers, etc.). Documents care
plans and patient/family assessments; the documentation indicates
evidence of therapy knowledge, assessment skills, and critical
thinking. Documents that assessment of pain includes presence,
characteristics, and factors assciated with exacerbation of pain
and reassessments are made for relief indicators. Anticipates and
orders an appropriate quantity of supplies with sufficient lead
time that patient does not run out of supplies between visits.
Educates and documents discharge planning prior to discharge ,
including communication with physician, insurance source,
outpatient visits and community resources are planned and arranged
if applicable. Patient is provided with discharge documentation.
Completes audits and other assigned tasks within assigned time
frame. Assists OT by giving input regarding the evaluation of the
patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic
procedures as directed by the physician or podiatrist. Guide the
patient in the use of therapeutic, creative and self-care
activities for the purpose of improving function. Observe, record
and report to the physician or podiatrist the patient's reaction to
treatments and any changes in the patient's condition. Communicates
this to OT and documents information in patient record. Instruct
other health team personnel including, when appropriate, Home
Health Aides and family members in certain phase of occupational
therapy in which they may work with the patient. Be familiar with
community resources and work collaboratively with social workers.
Department Specific Job Function Assess homebound status of
patients. Follow occupational therapy plan of care to provide
occupational therapy treatment in patient's home. Communicate with
patients to schedule appointment times and manage daily schedule.
Assess home safety and recommend equipment to improve patient's
home safety. Educate family/caregivers on recommended home exercise
program. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the
purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where
you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and
opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based
in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly
16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a
variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center,
Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle
Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle
Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the
nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes
Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the
world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health
Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout
central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at
Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of
disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social
Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of
Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form
I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information:
human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The
compensation range for this position is $22.4per hour - $37.41per
hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for
the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual
compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of
factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience,
qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and
compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits
package for team members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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