Occupational Therapy Assistant

PARADIGM HEALTHCARE; Yoakum (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab

New grads welcome

Competitive compensation & benefits

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Paradigm Healthcare in Yoakum, TX 77995 is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to plan and administer treatments for residents with disabilities, under the supervision of an OT. You will relay service requests and ensure care aligns with the established plan.

New grads are welcome; SNF/LTC experience is preferred, with in-house rehab and flexible schedules as part of the package. Paradigm values dedicated clinicians delivering compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Active Texas license as Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification.
• In good standing with regulatory agencies.
• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer treatment to residents and patients to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing.
• Provide OT services under supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Respond to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Occupational Therapist.
• Assure all treatment is delivered in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Provide clinical support and educate patients, families, and caregivers.
• Monitor patient response to treatment.
• Complete required forms and documentation per policy and regulations.
• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.

Skills

SNF LTC exp

Treatment practices

Net Health EHR

Patient management

Education

Texas OTA license

COTA certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Location: Paradigm at Stevens - Yoakum, TX 77995
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Any

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer treatment to residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing.
• Provides skilled occupational therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
• Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Occupational Therapist
• Assure all treatment is delivered in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Provide clinical support and instruct patients, families, and caregivers.
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention.
• Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations
• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.

Career Advantages

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!
• New Grads welcome to apply!
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits!
• Flexible Schedules!

Qualifications

Occupational Therapy Assistant Skills

• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Requirements

• Active/Valid Texas license as Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Valid certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

About Paradigm Healthcare

Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team, who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.