Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (PRN)- Waxahachie, TX

PARS Therapy • Waxahachie, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Post-Acute Rehab Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate home health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to help individuals develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills when facing physical, mental, or developmental challenges. The role provides effective, client-centered services that empower clients to manage everyday activities confidently and independently, using a holistic approach that adapts environments to each person’s needs. The position is PRN and lists Katy, Texas, though the posting title specifies Waxahachie, Texas.

Requirements

• COTA certification is required.
• Proven working experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Excellent knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media.
• Familiarity with ADL evaluation tools, such as the Katz ADL scale and Lawton IADL scale.
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices in the discipline and a desire to continually learn and grow in the profession.

Nice To Haves

• Home care or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address clients’ performance needs to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and quality of life.
• Select and adapt occupational therapy treatment models, methods, and approaches appropriate to each case.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Teach clients new ways to approach tasks and break activities into achievable components.
• Assess clients’ homes and other environments and advise on alterations suited to their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train clients in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report progress toward long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Follow up regularly with clients.

Benefits

• Multiple major medical plans to choose from, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Spousal insurance.
• 401(k) options.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid training, on the job or in the office.
• Internal awards and recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed