Occupational Therapist Assistant, OTA

LHC Group • Arlington, TX

279d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

We are hiring for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the Arlington area. Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $55000 to $65000 per year. At DFW Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect: the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships, continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities, independence and autonomy, career growth possibilities. Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Requirements

• Current OTA licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability.
• Perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures and the established plan of care.
• Follow all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care.
• Follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT.
• Instruct and aid patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.
• Observe, record, and report to the supervising OT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
• Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instruct patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and perks supporting physical and emotional wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree