Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full-Time

Amistad Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) eligibility

Corporate support

Job summary

Amistad Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Texas is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our in-house rehab team. You will plan and administer therapy to residents under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, with the goal of improving independence and quality of life.

You will document progress, communicate with patients, families, and staff, and participate in care planning meetings.

Qualifications

• Active Texas OTA license
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential
• SNF or long-term care experience preferred
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer occupational therapy treatments to residents under the supervision of an OT
• Provide skilled OT services per physician orders and plan of care
• Respond to service requests and relay information to the OT
• Ensure treatments align with the established plan of care
• Provide clinical support and instruction to patients, families, and caregivers
• Monitor patient responses and report changes
• Complete required documentation thoroughly and timely
• Attend required rehab department meetings

Skills

Texas OTA license

COTA credential

SNF experience

Net Health experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Net Health Electronic Documentation System

Job description

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals. In this role, you will provide person-centered care to help residents achieve positive outcomes and improve their independence and quality of life.

Your Impact as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

• Plan and administer occupational therapy treatments to residents and patients with temporary or long‑term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing

• Provide skilled occupational therapy services and interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist

• Respond to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to the Occupational Therapist

• Ensure all treatments are delivered in accordance with the established plan of care

• Provide clinical support and instruction to patients, families, and caregivers

• Monitor patient response to treatment interventions and report changes as appropriate

• Complete required documentation thoroughly and timely in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations

• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Active and valid Texas Occupational Therapy Assistant license

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential required

• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or long‑term care experience preferred

• Current knowledge of occupational therapy treatment practices

• Experience with Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred

• Ability to manage patients with varying personalities and needs

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Career Advantages

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)

• New graduates welcome to apply

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Flexible schedules

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Ancillary coverage including AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cardiac, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital Confinement

• Whole and Term Life Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

• Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Exceptional Corporate Support

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.