Occupational Therapy Assistant — Patient-Focused Care & Collaboration

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston is looking for an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide occupational therapy services under Texas regulations. Responsibilities include patient treatment, documentation, communication with team members, and supervising students.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas. This role ensures the delivery of care meets legal, ethical, and institutional standards while adhering to departmental policies.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for license in the State of Texas.
• 0–3 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment to patients relative to age, culture, and condition.
• Documents patient treatment and progress appropriately in the medical record.
• Communicates pertinent patient information with the supervising occupational therapist and team members.
• Participates in rounds, clinics, and case conferences as assigned.
• Meets required competencies for assigned areas.
• Delegates duties and monitors service delivery appropriately to Rehabilitation Aides.
• Supervises occupational therapy assistant students as requested.

Education

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston is looking for an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide occupational therapy services under Texas regulations. Responsibilities include patient treatment, documentation, communication with team members, and supervising students.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas. This role ensures the delivery of care meets legal, ethical, and institutional standards while adhering to departmental policies.