Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN COTA

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to administer therapy to patients in their homes. The role includes evaluating performance, patient education, and data collection under OT supervision. Ideal candidates should have relevant certification, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality service. The position demands considerable physical effort and involves travel to/from patient homes, supporting the agency's core values and goals.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the AOTA.
• Currently certified in the state(s) of practice.
• CPR certified with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Two years experience, home health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer occupational therapy to patients in their residence.
• Evaluate performance and patient care under OT supervision.
• Collect data regarding patient status and health needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer relations skills

Initiative and independent judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Summary Of Essential Functions For The Position

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist and Director of Nursing. The OT will evaluate the COTA in the performance of provision of treatments, patient education, communication with the OT, and data collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the OT.

Qualifications

• A person who meets the requirements for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant established by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTO). Certification is maintained by the AOTA.
• Currently certified in the state(s) in which practicing
• CPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Two (2) years experience, home health preferred.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service.
• Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency.
• Valid driver's license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
• 100% travel may be required.

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient.

Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position.

Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.