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Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA Home Health

Empath Health logoEmpath HealthSarasota, FL; Admin Port Charlotte; Admin VeniceFull timePosted 3w ago

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About the job

Empath Home Health , a member of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate Home Health COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) to work with our Home Health team to deliver individualized care to patients in their homes throughout Sarasota & Charlotte counties (including (Venice, Sarasota, Port Charlotte, and surrounding areas).

Award-Winning Home Health: Recognized as one of America's Best Home Health Providers for 2026 , Empath Home Health delivers high‑quality, outcomes‑driven care trusted by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support that assists with daily needs as part of a seamless continuum of care.

Locations: Home health visits in Sarasota & Charlotte counties (including Venice, Sarasota, Port Charlotte , and surrounding areas).

Schedule: M-F 40 hours

What You'll Do

  • Provides occupational therapy services, following the plan of care under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist/Director of Director.
  • Applies therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and mental functioning.
  • Evaluates equipment needs to increase functional level of the patient.
  • Prepares clinical and progress notes of services provided, patient activities and condition and submit in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care

Why Join Empath Health?

  • Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
  • Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
  • Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
  • Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
  • Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

  • Active Florida COTA license
  • Proof of completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant.
  • Home health care experience preferred.

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida - including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within Empath Health or to request a reasonable accommodation to utilize Empath Health's online employment application, please contact HRTalentAcquisition@EmpathHealth.org.

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From Empath Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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