Occupational Therapist Assistant - Pediatric Home Health

Brandinghearts; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide essential rehabilitative services. In this rewarding role, you will help clients with mental, physical, and emotional impairments by implementing treatment plans and monitoring their progress. This position requires a degree in occupational therapy and a current Texas State License, along with strong interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team that values flexibility and dedication while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in various settings. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a challenging yet fulfilling environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in occupational therapy or related field required.
• Current Texas State License as an Occupational Therapy Assistant is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with rehabilitative activities and exercises.
• Monitor and record client’s progress and conditions.
• Teach patients mobility techniques and monitor their activities.

Skills

Therapy skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in occupational therapy

Relevant certifications and/or licensures

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

Assists in providing rehabilitative services to persons with mental, physical, emotional, or developmental impairments in a home, school or daycare setting.

Essential Functions:

• Help clients with rehabilitative activities and exercises in their treatment plan, as prescribed by an occupational therapist
• Teach patients how to move from bed to wheelchair and how to utilize muscles.
• Monitor individual’s activities to ensure they are performed correctly
• Record client’s progress and conditions
• Alter treatments as needed if intended effect is not evident

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

Education: Degree in occupational therapy or related field and appropriate certifications and/or licensures

Licensure: Current Texas State License as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, current Texas Driver’s License.

Experience: 1-2 years’ experience in acute care or rehabilitation setting, home health preferred.

Skills: Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.

Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid and current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in a patient’s home in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Efforts:

Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs