Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Lutheran Sunset Ministries; Clifton (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab (Non-contracted)

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Lutheran Sunset Ministries in Clifton, TX is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. You will administer medically prescribed therapies, monitor patient progress, and support patients, families, and caregivers.

Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, you will ensure documentation complies with state and federal regulations and participate in required meetings.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Good standing with licensing boards and regulatory agencies.
• SNF or long-term care experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Net Health documentation a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administering prescribed physical therapy treatments as per plan of care.
• Ensure all treatment delivered adheres to the plan of care.
• Monitor patient response and modify treatment with IDT collaboration.
• Provide clinical education to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.
• Ensure documentation is thorough and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Attend required Rehab Director meetings.

Skills

Texas PTA license

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

SNF/long-term care experience

Net Health familiarity

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Clifton, TX

Lutheran Sunset Ministries is excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a Full-Time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house rehabilitation team.

Responsibilities

• Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
• Ensure all treatment delivered is in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
• Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care is provided.
• Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
• Complying with all rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Good standing with all licensing boards and regulatory agencies
• SNF or long-term care experience preferred
• Familiarity with Net Health documentation a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Career Advantages

• In-house Rehab (Non-contracted)
• Competitive compensation and benefits