Occupational Therapist Assistant
Care Options for Kids is a pediatric home health agency built on the values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Commitment and Excellence. We have created a strong and purposeful culture for our employees that we extend outward to our patients, their families, and our care partners in the community. We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic therapists who are interested in being part of therapy team backed and supported by a strong and thriving company.
Position Summary: The position of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides coordinated occupational therapy of patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Essential Job Functions include but are not limited to:
- Administers the occupational therapy treatment plan as developed by the OTR.
- Facilitates patient’s ROM, strength coordination, use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications functional mobility and safety issues as related to patients ADL performance needs under supervision of the OTR.
- Applies concepts of infection control standard and universal precautions
- Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
- Must meet mandatory continuing education requirements.
- Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or other third-party payers, through education, coaching and other assistance necessary.
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
- Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Experience/Requirements:
- One-year experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred but not required
- Pediatric focus or experience preferred.
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of best therapeutic practices as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
- Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
- Reliable transportation, valid drivers license and current auto liability insurance.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of occupational therapy.
- Current valid Texas state license to practice occupational therapy.
Physical and Sensory Essential Functions:
Requires prolonged standing and walking, some bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching and/or heavy lifting. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity, sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone and other equipment. Requires ability to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs.
Working Conditions:
This job operates in the child's natural environment (patients’ home, daycare, headstart) with various conditions.
Current CPR required, Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used:
Typical office equipment including Microsoft Office Suite and KanTime