Remote Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs
Remote occupational therapy assistant jobs are open across telehealth platforms, behavioral health organizations, and home health networks hiring occupational therapy assistants for fully distributed roles, from entry-level positions to experienced COTA openings. Employers hiring remotely right now include Humana, Optum, and Sentara. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Outpatient Therapy Recruiter | Full-time | Outpatient Division | Remote
H2 Health is seeking an experienced Outpatient Therapy Recruiter to join our collaborative Talent Acquisition team. This full-time remote opportunity is ideal for a recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships, and has a proven track record of sourcing and attracting top rehabilitation talent.
As an Outpatient Therapy Recruiter, you will serve as a strategic hiring partner, leading full-cycle recruitment efforts and helping shape the future of our organization by connecting exceptional clinicians with meaningful career opportunities. This position supports recruiting efforts across H2 Health and our family of affiliated brands throughout the states in which we operate (Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, or West Virginia).
Your Role
- Lead full-cycle recruiting from intake through offer acceptance and onboarding.
- Recruit for outpatient rehabilitation positions including:
- Physical Therapists (PTs)
- Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs)
- Occupational Therapists (OTs)
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs)
- Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)
- Hand Therapists
- Develop proactive sourcing strategies using job boards, networking, referrals, social media, and direct outreach.
- Build and maintain strong pipelines of passive and active healthcare candidates.
- Manage multiple requisitions across several states while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail.
- Partner closely with hiring managers to understand hiring priorities and provide recruiting guidance throughout the hiring process.
- Deliver an outstanding candidate experience through consistent communication and timely follow-up.
- Maintain accurate recruiting activity and candidate records within the applicant tracking system.
- Become knowledgeable about H2 Health and our family of brands to effectively communicate our culture, opportunities, and value proposition to candidates.
Requirements
- Previous experience recruiting for outpatient rehabilitation positions is required.
- Demonstrated success recruiting Physical Therapists (PTs), Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), and Hand Therapists.
- Proven experience leading full-cycle recruiting from sourcing through offer acceptance.
- Strong sourcing skills with a demonstrated ability to identify, engage, and attract passive candidates.
- Experience recruiting across multiple states and geographic markets.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of responsiveness, communication, and accountability while working in a fully remote environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a relationship-driven approach.
- Ability to quickly learn and confidently represent multiple brands and service lines within a growing healthcare organization.
- Experience using applicant tracking systems required; Workable ATS experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting hiring across Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia preferred.
Benefits
- Annual salary of $60,000–$75,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition loan reimbursement
- HSA/FSA options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits
Workplace Experience & Perks
- Fully remote opportunity with a collaborative and supportive Talent Acquisition team.
- Recruit across H2 Health and our family of outpatient therapy brands while making a meaningful impact on patient care through exceptional hiring.
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Strong partnership with operational leaders and hiring managers.
- Employee recognition programs and career advancement opportunities.
- Flexible work environment built on accountability, collaboration, responsiveness, and results.
If you are a proactive healthcare recruiter who excels at sourcing top outpatient therapy talent, values strong partnerships, and takes pride in delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience, we encourage you to apply and become part of the H2 Health Talent Acquisition team.
H2 Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.
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Who's Hiring
- Humana71

- Optum29

- Sentara15

- Otsuka13

- BeOne Medicines13

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services163
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals144
- Insurance105
- Consulting & Professional Services57
- Science & Research32
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote occupational therapy assistant jobs.
- Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program
- Active COTA certification through NBCOT and current state licensure
- Experience with electronic medical record systems such as Epic, Optima, or WebPT
- Ability to complete fieldwork hours in a supervised clinical setting
- Physical ability to assist patients with transfers, mobility, and therapeutic exercises
- Strong documentation skills for progress notes, daily records, and treatment plans
Tips for Your Remote Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote occupational therapy assistant openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your license, experience level, and preferred schedule and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Highlight your EHR and telehealth tool experience
Remote occupational therapy assistant employers care deeply about your proficiency with electronic health record platforms and virtual care tools. Name the specific systems you have used, such as WebPT or Therabill, in your resume and cover letter so hiring teams can assess your readiness without an in-person trial.
Show your async communication ability upfront
Distributed clinical teams rely on written handoffs, digital progress notes, and video check-ins rather than hallway conversations. Lead with examples of how you have communicated patient progress clearly in writing, because remote occupational therapy assistant roles require that skill from your first week.
Confirm multi-state licensure before you apply
Many remote occupational therapy assistant roles involve serving patients across state lines, so employers often require an OTA Compact license or licensure in multiple states. Check which states a role covers before applying and start any additional licensure processes early, since they can take several weeks.
Prepare for a virtual skills demonstration interview
Remote occupational therapy assistant interviews frequently include a scenario walkthrough or documentation exercise conducted over video. Practice talking through a patient session, explaining your clinical reasoning clearly on camera, and navigating the telehealth platform the employer uses before your interview day.
Remote Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote occupational therapy assistant job?
Focus your search on telehealth companies, virtual behavioral health platforms, and home health networks that have built distributed clinical teams. Remote employers screen occupational therapy assistants for strong written documentation skills, comfort with asynchronous communication, and the ability to manage a caseload independently without in-person supervision. Candidates who can demonstrate experience with electronic health record systems and virtual patient engagement tools stand out in remote hiring processes.
Which companies hire remote occupational therapy assistants?
Companies hiring remote occupational therapy assistants right now include Humana, Optum, and Sentara, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These tend to be telehealth providers, home health agencies with distributed care teams, and behavioral health organizations that deliver occupational therapy services across multiple states without requiring COTAs to be on-site.
Can you get a remote occupational therapy assistant job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level occupational therapy assistant roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Look for telehealth companies that explicitly state they support new graduates, and demonstrate readiness by highlighting supervised clinical hours, proficiency with EHR platforms, and strong written communication in your application materials.
Do you need a degree for remote occupational therapy assistant jobs?
Usually, yes. Remote occupational therapy assistant roles almost always require an associate degree in occupational therapy assisting and an active COTA credential, since state licensure requirements apply regardless of where you work. Employers may weigh hands-on clinical hours and EHR proficiency heavily alongside your credentials when evaluating candidates for distributed roles.
Which industries hire the most remote occupational therapy assistants?
The sectors hiring the most remote occupational therapy assistants are Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Insurance, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors have shifted to distributed care delivery models, allowing occupational therapy assistants to serve patients across wide geographic areas through telehealth and virtual service platforms.
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