Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Heritage•Lakeway, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for PRN employment at Belmont at Lakeway in Lakeway, Texas. The position is in an assisted living setting and offers flexible scheduling and pay rates based on experience. The COTA assists with individualized therapy under treatment plans developed by an Occupational Therapist, monitors and documents patient progress, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and supports patients and families in therapeutic activities and strategies for independence. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization delivering clinical services in settings that include nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. It emphasizes compassionate care, clinical expertise, collaboration, professional growth, and high-quality outcomes. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure, or eligibility for licensure, to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting, such as a hospital, clinic, or school; new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills such as dressing, eating, and mobility.
Track and document patient progress in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing staff, to provide holistic care.
Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks while creating a positive and supportive environment that encourages engagement.