Occupational Therapist Assistant

KidsCare Home Health•Tyler, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The Occupational Therapist Assistant provides medically prescribed occupational therapy services to pediatric patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role directs patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance and provides clinical treatment as directed by the OT supervisor. KidsCare offers PRN, part-time, and full-time positions in multiple locations. The company emphasizes ethical, client- and therapist-centered care, work-life balance, flexible caseload sizes, and the ability to choose patients and treatment times. It also describes mentorship and internal leadership opportunities.

Requirements

An associate degree as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is preferred.
Current state-issued professional credential; the posting does not specify the credential.
Valid state driver's license.
CPR certification.
Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively in small groups.
Strong critical-thinking skills.
Detail orientation and strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, crawling, and using hands and fingers.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical treatment to pediatric patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist supervisor.
Direct patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance.
Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Coordinate patient care with the supervisor, office staff, and other disciplines.
Communicate with the OT supervisor about patient progress, problems, home programs, and other matters related to the therapeutic process.
Maintain appropriate documentation and complete it in a timely manner.
Communicate proactively with administrative office staff when assistance is needed.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Serve as a backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.