Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

PureHealth Transitional Care at Texas Health Presbyterian; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement and License

Free CEUs

401k Plan

CareHeroes Rewards

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Advance pay option

Job summary

PureHealth Transitional Care at Texas Health Presbyterian is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered OT services under supervision. You will work with inpatients and outpatients, contributing to accurate documentation and outcomes-driven care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, adherence to regulations, and ongoing professional development in a post-acute setting. Flexible scheduling and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited COTA program.
• One year of COTA experience preferred.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Under OT supervision, assess inpatients and outpatients in relation to diagnosis.
• Provide interventions aligned with the treatment plan and patient needs.
• Document daily charges, progress notes, and reports per department standards.
• Monitor therapeutic benefit and adjust treatment as needed.
• Educate patients and families at appropriate learning levels.
• Coordinate discharge planning and collaborate with the health team.
• Demonstrate unit-specific clinical skills on an annual basis.
• Organize schedules to maintain productivity and inform supervisor promptly.
• Contribute to program development, quality improvement, and budgeting.
• Comply with laws, HIPAA, and corporate policies.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Computer skills

Cultural competency

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Initiative

Education

COTA program graduate

One year COTA experience

Job description

Join a team where your growth, success, and impact are at the heart of our mission. At PureHealth, we're not just building careers; we're nurturing lifelong journeys of professional and personal development. We're committed to taking care of our community, providing unparalleled care and making a meaningful impact like nowhere else. Be part of a team that's dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Unmatched Benefits & Perks:

• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional License Renewal Reimbursement

• Free CEUs

• 401k Plan

• Rewards and Recognition via CareHeroes Program (Gift Cards for Great Performance!)

• Flexible Scheduling

• Professional Career Growth

• Get Paid with More Flexibility! Take advantage of our advance pay benefit, giving you greater flexibility to access pay when you need it.

Join our team and grow with us!

Position Summary

To provide occupational therapy services as assigned under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist in accordance with PureHealth’s policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, may contribute to the assessment of inpatients and outpatients in relation to their diagnosis

• Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, may provide intervention in accordance to, and contribute to the treatment plan, which is patient focused and relevant to the actual and potential health problems of the customer

• Documentation (daily charges, Progress Notes, and other reports) is complete, legible, accurate, timely and reflective of department standards

• Therapeutic benefit of treatment is monitored and modified appropriately

• Provides education at the level appropriate for each Customer and/or family’s learning needs are assessed, addressed, and documented per department standards

• Initiates, coordinates, and communicates collaborative efforts (provider updates, discharge planning) amongst health team members and other interested parties to show a comprehensive picture of the customer

• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills and techniques specific to each unit on an annual basis

• Organizes and adjusts schedule according to department work volume and customer caseload to maintain productivity Keeps immediate supervisor informed of ongoing activities or problems in regards to customer caseload in a timely manner

• Provides input regarding department operational matters including but not limited to program development, quality improvement, facilities, planning, operational and capital budgets

• Complies with laws and regulations applicable to position and act in accordance with Corporate Compliance Program, the licensing Board of Texas Healthcare and the American Occupational Therapy

Competencies

• Maintains productivity expectations

• Advances customers as indicated throughout therapy stay

• Effectively communicates and collaborates with internal and external customers

• Demonstrates quality and timeliness of documentation

• Demonstrates referrals to PureHealth’s Outpatient Department

Work Environment

This job operates in a post-acute setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the facility. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. Team member is expected to adhere to facility’s no-smoking policy.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 60 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a position in a post-acute setting that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Weekend and holiday shifts will be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

HIPAA

Team members are required to adhere to policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information. Team member are permitted to use and/or disclose only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks. Reports all suspected violation of company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to facility CEO.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sound clinical judgment relating to the provision of rehabilitation services

• Collaboration with member of the interdisciplinary team in delivery of customer care to maximize functional outcomes

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers at all levels of the organization

• Proficient computer and Microsoft Application Must have an ability to learn new systems

• Ability to work with a culturally diverse population

• Must have positive communication skills and demonstrated adequate maturity and patience

• Proficient in the English Excellent communication (verbal and written), customer service and interpersonal skills

• Must have good organizational skills with attention to detail

• Must be able to successfully prioritize workload, demonstrate initiative, and analyze situations to make sound decisions

• Must show initiative and take action on observed needs

Required Education/Experience

• Graduate of an accredited COTA program

• A minimum of one (1) year of COTA experience

Required License/Certification

• Valid State Appropriate COTA License