Field Occupational Therapy Assistant – Home Health

Jobtome; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

equity stock purchase

incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our home health team in Texas. You will provide OT services per a physician-ordered Plan of Care, maintain documentation, participate in discharge planning, and support patients and caregivers with therapy goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the clinical team, ongoing education, adherence to SOPs, and maintaining safety and privacy standards. A TX license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Active Texas OTA license and CPR certification.
• 2+ years experience as an occupational therapy assistant.
• Experience with EMR systems and documentation.
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer skills including Word and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services per Plan of Care established by OT from physician orders.
• Document clinical notes and progress toward goals.
• Participate in discharge planning and case conferences.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy devices and home care.
• Maintain required continuing education and licensure standards.
• Maintain patient safety, quality documentation, and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Texas OTA license

CPR certification

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Ability to prioritize objectives

Computer literacy (Word, Outlook)

EMR experience

Physical stamina

Customer/patient care focus

Education

OTA degree (AA/Bachelor) eligible for examination

Tools

EMR software

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our home health team in Texas. You will provide OT services per a physician-ordered Plan of Care, maintain documentation, participate in discharge planning, and support patients and caregivers with therapy goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the clinical team, ongoing education, adherence to SOPs, and maintaining safety and privacy standards. A TX license and CPR are required.