Always Best Care Senior Services - Albuquerque·North Valley, New Mexico
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant implements individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, guiding therapeutic exercises, and documenting patient progress.
Certified occupational therapy assistant (Cota) – home health
Always best care senior services – albuquerque, nm
Help patients live more independently—right where they call home.
At Always Best Care Senior Services, we believe exceptional therapy extends far beyond the walls of a clinic. Our mission is to help patients regain independence, improve safety, and enjoy a higher quality of life while remaining in the comfort of their own homes.
We're seeking a compassionate, motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing Home Health team serving Albuquerque and the surrounding communities. If you're looking for meaningful patient relationships, professional autonomy, and a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.
Why join always best care?
When you join Always Best Care, you're joining a team that values clinical excellence, compassion, and people first.
Working under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides skilled occupational therapy treatments designed to help patients improve their ability to perform activities of daily living safely and independently.
Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist
Assist patients in improving functional mobility, self-care skills, upper extremity function, coordination, strength, balance, and independence with daily activities
Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, activities, and functional task training appropriate to the established plan of care
Instruct patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, energy conservation techniques, and home safety strategies
Observe, document, and communicate patient progress, responses to treatment, and changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist
Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, caregivers, and other interdisciplinary team members to provide coordinated, patient-centered care
Maintain compliance with Medicare regulations, agency policies, and professional standards of practice
Why home health?
Home health offers something many therapy professionals are searching for—time to truly connect with patients.
Instead of rushing from appointment to appointment, you'll work one-on-one with individuals in their own homes, helping them safely perform everyday activities, maintain independence, reduce fall risks, and continue living where they're happiest.
Every visit provides an opportunity to empower patients, support families, and make a meaningful difference that lasts long after treatment is complete.
If you're passionate about helping others live safer, more independent lives and want to be part of a supportive organization dedicated to compassionate, high-quality home health care, we encourage you to apply today.
Join Always Best Care Senior Services and help patients achieve greater independence—one visit, one home, and one life at a time.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited COTA program and hold a current New Mexico COTA license. CPR/BLS certification and reliable transportation are also required.
Market context
Allied health roles in New Mexico often draw steady demand from hospitals, outpatient clinics, and surgical settings, especially for candidates with hands-on experience and current BLS certification. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer NBSTSA or NCCT certification and practical experience that supports fast onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to the specific setting.
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