Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA Home Health (PRN)
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate PRN Home Health COTA (Occupational Therapy Assistant) to work with us to provide exceptional and individualized care in Lee county (Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Estero, Bonita Springs, 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 Lee county (Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Estero, Bonita Springs, and surrounding areas)
Schedule: PRN; 5-15+ home health visits per week.
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.
Why Join Empath Health as a PRN clinician?
- Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads
- Strong interdisciplinary support
- Mileage reimbursement
- Growth potential: several roles could expand to full-time as the market grows!
- Meaningful, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients’ homes
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You'll Need
- Proof of completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- State licensure as an occupational therapy assistant.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Home health care experience preferred.
What You'll Find at Empath Health
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.