Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (PRN)- Murphy, TX

PARS Therapy; Murphy (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Spousal insurance

401k plan

PTO

Awards program

Job summary

PARS Therapy seeks a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our home health team in Murphy, TX. You will deliver client-centered OT services to support daily living and work activities, tailoring environments to individual needs.

The ideal candidate has a strong OT foundation, hands-on experience with ADL/IADL assessment tools, and a compassionate, learning-oriented mindset. Join us to empower clients to live independently and safely at home.

Qualifications

• COTA certification required.
• Experience in home care or rehab preferred.
• Proven working experience as Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Occupational Therapy.
• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media.
• Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools (e.g., Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale).
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• Commitment to continual learning and growth in the profession.

Responsibilities

• Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL).
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
• Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with client

Skills

COTA certification

Home care experience

OT knowledge

Computer skills

ADL evaluation tools

Diverse personalities

Lifelong learning

COTA experience

Education

COTA certification

Job description

Seeking aCOTA inMurphy, TX!

Zip Code: 75094

We invite you to join PARS Therapy as a committed and empathetic home health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. We are looking for an individual who is sincerely dedicated to supporting others in developing, recovering, or sustaining vital daily living and work skills for individuals facing physical, mental, or developmental challenges. In this role, you will deliver meaningful, client-centered services that enable individuals to carry out daily tasks and activities with confidence and independence. The ideal candidate will adopt a holistic approach and possess the capability to tailor the environment to address the distinct needs of each individual.

Benefits

• Multiple Major Medical Plans to Choose From (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Spousal Insurance
• 401k Options
• PTO

• Internal Awards and Recognition Program

Responsibilities

• Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL)
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
• Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with client

Requirements

• COTA certification required
• Home care or rehab experience preferred
• Proven working experience as Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Occupational Therapy
• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media
• Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools (e.g., Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale)
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.