Occupational Therapy Assistant

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering treatment to inpatients and outpatients while helping with educational and administrative duties.

The role requires an OTA license in Texas, an Associate’s degree in OTA, and current BCLS/Health Care Provider credentials, with at least two years of licensed OTA experience preferred. Safety and cleanliness of patient areas are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in OTA required.
• Minimum two years of licensed OTA experience required.
• TX licensure as OTA required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out occupational therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients.
• Assist with educational, administrative, managerial, and quality control duties.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the patient care area to support smooth operations.

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in carrying out occupational therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed occupational therapists. Assists with educational, administrative, managerial, and quality control duties. Performs technical work in all phases of patient treatment. Assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations. Participates effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program. At least two years of experience as a licensed occupational therapy assistant is required. Meets clinical and leadership activities and behaviors as defined in the clinical ladder or equivalent.

LICENSURE
Licensure by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners as an Occupational Therapy Assistant is required. Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc is preferred. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.