Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in providing occupational therapy services under the supervision of an occupational therapist to patients in the clinic setting and select ABA centers. In addition, this candidate will have experience in pediatric feeding therapy, to address oral stage dysphagia impacted by sensory and oral motor difficulties. This role requires a passion for helping pediatric client improve their quality of life through therapy interventions, and a passion to evidenced based research in ensuring that interventions are up to date.
Duties:
- Implement individualized treatment plans as directed by the occupational therapist.
- Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Conduct therapeutic activities to enhance patients' physical and mental well-being.
- Document patient progress and outcomes accurately in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Provide support and education to patients and their families regarding therapy goals and techniques.
- Assist in evaluating patients' functional abilities and limitations.
Skills:
- Knowledge of Pediatric/Developmental disorders/delays
- Experience working with pediatric populations.
-Experience providing feeding therapy to pediatric population
- Familiarity with occupational health and care practices.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as a team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 26 per week
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
Medical specialties:
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)
- COTA (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Missouri City, TX 77459 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Missouri City, TX 77459: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person