Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

About the role

We have been in business for over 10 years and are looking for highly motivated COTA's to join our team as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) on a part-time or PRN basis. The OTA provides direct therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), helping patients achieve independence in daily living activities, improving their physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the client, representative, caregiver(s) and physician(s)
• Provides direct occupational therapy services in accordance with the plan of care established by the physician in a home health setting
• Educates and instructs client, family members or other client representatives, in rehabilitation care and activities to necessary to promote the client's health, safety and independent living
• Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided
• Select activities that will help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of their mental or physical capabilities
• Recommend changes in patients' work or living environments, consistent with their needs and capabilities
• Engage in research activities and participation in formal educational training activities related to therapy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Occupational Therapy Assistant with an Associate level degree
• Active Texas state license as an occupational therapy assistant
• Proof of current CPR certification
• Current Texas driver’s license

Skills

• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, work independently, prioritize and manage time effectively
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Computer skills required & light typing preferred for timekeeping and documentation
• Home health care experience preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance

Benefits

• Full Benefit Package (Health, Vision and Dental)
• Life insurance (FREE to employees)
• PAID TIME OFF
• Competitive Compensation
• Retirement Plan
• Teladoc Health Plan (FREE to employees)

Schedule

Availability for after-school hours, starting at 3:30 PM and continuing into the evening. Work Location: On the road.