Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Home Health
Description
Wage Range: $31.16 - $49.85 per hour
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.
Join One of the Nation’s Leading Home Health Teams
EvergreenHealth is one of the largest and most innovative stand‑alone Home Health providers in the country. Since 1992, we’ve proudly supported patients and families throughout the Pacific Northwest—from Everett to South Seattle and surrounding communities. Our mission is simple: deliver exceptional, compassionate care where patients feel most comfortable — in their homes.
Why Choose EvergreenHealth
Flexible Schedules & Real Work/Life Balance
- Create a schedule that supports your life, family, and personal goals
- Serve patients in territories close to home
- Enjoy autonomy while staying connected to a supportive, collaborative team
Strong Clinical Support & Mentorship
- Hands‑on onboarding with experienced preceptors who invest in your success
- Ongoing mentorship from Occupational Therapists who champion your growth
- Paid CEUs + Tuition Assistance to help you advance confidently in your career
Professional Development & Career Pathways
- Leadership pathways designed to support long‑term advancement
- Opportunities to expand your clinical skills in home health
- Encouragement to explore your strengths and shape your professional journey
Safe Staffing Ratios
- Manageable caseloads that allow you to provide thoughtful, high‑quality care
- Time to build meaningful, trusting relationships with patients and families
Inclusive, Supportive Culture
- A deep commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- A collaborative interdisciplinary team that values every perspective
- A culture rooted in respect, compassion, and teamwork — where you’re never alone in your work
Who Thrives in This Role
This position is ideal for COTAs who enjoy:
- One‑on‑one patient care
- Flexibility and independence
- Building strong, meaningful patient relationships
- Working in a supportive, interdisciplinary team
- Making a lasting impact in their community
Job Summary:
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in the home setting is responsible for providing treatment programs designed to return patients to their optimum functional level, in coordination with other team members. Supervision must be performed by a registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) every 30 days.
Primary Duties:
- Carries out the treatment plan established by an OTR and notifies OTR of changes in resident’s condition or needs.
- Provides occupational therapy intervention based on the individualized treatment plan and established priorities. Assumes responsibility for initiating changes in procedure and techniques as it relates to individual needs of the resident.
- Intervention may include the need to design, fabricate, select, and fit prosthetic, orthotic and self-help devices, per treatment plan of OTR.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
License, Certification, Education or Experience:
REQUIRED for the position:
- Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant in the State of Washington
- Current Washington State Driver’s license and proof of insurability
- Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire
- Reliable transportation
DESIRED for the position:
- 2 years in acute care and/or rehabilitation center experience
- Membership in a professional organization
- Certification in area of specialty
Benefit Information:
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Choices that care for you and your family
At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Medical, vision and dental insurance
- On-demand virtual health care
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Paid Time Off/Vacation
- Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
- Paid holidays
- Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
- Voluntary identity theft protection
- Voluntary legal insurance
- Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
- Free parking
- Commuter benefits
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