Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) - FT Days | Texarkana LTACH

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Texarkana; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Employee Assistance Program

FSA/HSA options

Life & Disability insurance

Continuing education

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Texarkana is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role involves planning and implementing targeted treatment programs for a diverse inpatient population and adapting to the needs of our system across facilities.

Qualified candidates will hold OTA licensure in Texas, current BLS certification, and prefer with at least one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Education and Training: Licensed as OTA in the state where the hospital or clinic resides.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Plan and implement specific treatment programs for each patient.
• Be flexible to meet system needs across multiple facilities.

Education

OTA license (state)

BLS certification

Job description

We are looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.

At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.

What can we offer you as a full-time employee?

• Medical benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
• Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services
• Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings (HSA) accounts
• Life and Disability insurance benefits
• Education/In-Service Opportunities including continuing education and tuition assistance
• Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
• Auto, Home, Cell Phone, and Gym Membership discount offerings
• Personal Travel Discounts
• 401(k) plans and discretionary employer match
• Generous Paid Benefit Time

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA)

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA), under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, is responsible for direct patient care, planning and implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy in the PAM Health system. The Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant must be flexible to meet the needs of the system within many different facilities. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

• Education and Training: Licensed as OTA in the state where the hospital or clinic resides. Current BLS certification required.
• Experience: One year of clinical experience preferred.