Occupational Therapist Assistant, OTA

LHC Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their team in Plano. This full-time role offers an opportunity to provide essential therapy services to patients in their homes, helping them regain their physical abilities. You will build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, ensuring high-quality care and support. With a culture centered around caring and inclusion, this organization offers career growth, continuing education, and a supportive environment to thrive in your profession. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing Education Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• Current OTA licensure and CPR certification required.
• Experience in providing occupational therapy in home health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients in their homes.
• Follow treatment plans and state-specific laws for therapy.
• Coordinate care with healthcare team members.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Education

Current OTA Licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the Plano area.

Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

At DFW Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• The ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Independence and autonomy
• Career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, OTA) in Home Health is responsible for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs duties in accordance with policies and procedures and the established plan of care.

• Follow all state-specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, and follow the treatment plan defined by the supervising OT.
• Instruct and aid patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of practice for occupational therapy assistants and according to state laws.
• Observe, record, and report to the supervising OT, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and any changes in their condition. Coordinate care with other healthcare team members as appropriate.
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare team members in therapy areas within the occupational therapy assistant's scope of practice.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current OTA licensure in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation (personal vehicle or public transit)

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Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

DFW Home Health McKinney, part of the LHC Group family of providers, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports patients when and where they need it. Our services include home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals. Our shared purpose is: It's all about helping people.