Full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Functional Pathways • Beaumont, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at Buckner Calder Woods for a Full-timeCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Nestled in the growing end of the city of Beaumont, Calder Woods campus is a beautiful 17-acre community full of Southeast Texas Charm. Providing enrichment to residents by offering a full continuum of senior living options and on-site care. Close to the Texas coast and Houston, this community offers natural beauty and diversity. Not to mention the best possible care. Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives! Job Summary: COTA/L shall implement the plan of care as established by the OTR/L and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.

Requirements

• Must have an associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Must meet all certification and licensure requirements as established by the state and national board associations.
• Active state license required.
• Knowledge of AOTA code of ethics and role delineation, including guidelines for supervision.
• Ability to supervise Occupational Therapy Aides.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.
• Annual TB Gold Blood Test or questionnaire required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Empathy and patience to work with individuals who may have physical challenges or limitations.
• A collaborative approach to working with other healthcare professionals and effectively communicating treatment plans and progress.
• Annual TB Gold Blood Test or questionnaire required.
• Competence in maintaining accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education activities to stay updated with advancements in the field.
• Ability to stand, sit, and move around for extended periods to evaluate and treat patients.
• Physical strength and dexterity to facilitate therapeutic activities, assist with transfers, and use equipment.
• Capacity to lift and position patients as needed during therapy sessions.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases and human waste products.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on an electronic device.

Responsibilities

• COTA/L shall implement the plan of care as established by the OTR/L and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees