Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Select Medical • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for an Inpatient Full Time position in Dallas, TX. The compensation will depend on the candidate's years of experience and internal equity. The role involves assisting with the implementation of the therapy plan of care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT), delegating and directing supportive personnel, and communicating with the supervising OT regarding patient care. The OTA also participates in the education of patients, families, students, and coworkers, and may perform other professional duties within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required or as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist (OT), and in accordance with state practice guidelines, the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
• The OTA is responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
• The OTA, consistently communicates with supervising OT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
• Additionally, the OTA participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• The OTA may also perform other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Clinical Ladder Program - Opportunity for staff clinicians to bonus an additional $2000 - $3500 based on extra-curricular activities
• New Grad Mentors
• National education courses and local online CEU library free to full-time employees
• Residency Programs
• Continuing Education
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed