The Autism Treatment Center is seeking an energetic Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team!
Qualifications
Meets the education and experience requirements for a certified occupational therapy assistant
Currently or in the process of being licensed in the State of Texas
Competent to treat pediatrics and adolescents.
CPR certification for all age groups.
Must be able to collaborate and work closely with other disciplines
Hours of Work
Working hours will fall within the range of 7:30 am – 6: 00 pm Monday – Thursday. The administrator will assign caseload and hours.
Must be flexible according to the needs of the Program.
FLSA: Exempt
License
National Certification through NBCOT (Required)
Possesses or in the process of obtaining Texas State Licensure as an OTR (Required)
POLICY
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of the Occupational Therapy Assistant. Other duties may be performed as permitted by Texas laws and regulations adopted by the state agencies that are not mentioned here. Specific functions may, from time to time, change. These functions include:
Essential Functions
Must be able to treat patients who exhibit challenging, self-injurious, and aggressive behaviors.
Must be able to recognize that the challenging behaviors are a mode of communication of a need/want rather than a sign that a patient is untreatable.
Must have experience in addressing the sensory processing and self regulation needs of clients.
Carries out individual and, at times, small group treatment sessions following treatment plans for outpatient and school caseloads.
Collaborates with Occupational Therapist regarding all plans of care for outpatient and school caseloads, including discussing progress towards goals and updates to plans of care as needed.
Completes all documentation that is required for each patient (daily notes, summaries of progress).
Communicates with physicians, appropriate members of staff, and patient and family members regarding patient needs and progress, either by documentationor, if necessary, direct contact.
Supplies billing information to appropriate staff, in a proper and timely manner for all patient procedures.
Participates in and attends rehabilitation team conferences and clinic staff meetings as scheduled.
Observes patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines.
Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment. Requests orders of needed supplies and equipment in a timely manner to avoid emergency order.
Keeps informed of changes and innovation in the field through professional contacts, literature, and continuing education.
Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
Provides education and counseling to patients and their families that will reinforce the therapy provided in the clinic.
Demonstrates skills of effective time management.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal communications skills while maintaining standards of professional ethics.
Follows all ATC Policy & Procedures.
Performs other duties as delegated, required, or requested.
Physical Requirements
Capable to lift, guard, transfer, and maneuver patients of all sizes and weights utilizing assistance or special equipment as needed on a recurring
basis and in a safe manner
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to safely apply all necessary modalities and operation of equipment.
Must be able to follow written procedures and verbal directives.
Must have adequate hearing and speech to effectively direct and re-direct the therapy program.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Up to 3 weeks PTO within the first year of employment!
COVID-19 considerations:
-Weekly COVID-19 testing for all employees.
-Masks required for all employees.
Benefits:
Schedule:
Education: Associate (Required)
Experience: COTA: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification: COTA (Required)
Qualifications
Meets the education and experience requirements for a certified occupational therapy assistant
Currently or in the process of being licensed in the State of Texas
Competent to treat pediatrics and adolescents.
CPR certification for all age groups.
Must be able to collaborate and work closely with other disciplines
Hours of Work
Working hours will fall within the range of 7:30 am – 6: 00 pm Monday – Thursday. The administrator will assign caseload and hours.
Must be flexible according to the needs of the Program.
FLSA: Exempt
License
National Certification through NBCOT (Required)
Possesses or in the process of obtaining Texas State Licensure as an OTR (Required)
POLICY
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of the Occupational Therapy Assistant. Other duties may be performed as permitted by Texas laws and regulations adopted by the state agencies that are not mentioned here. Specific functions may, from time to time, change. These functions include:
Essential Functions
Must be able to treat patients who exhibit challenging, self-injurious, and aggressive behaviors.
Must be able to recognize that the challenging behaviors are a mode of communication of a need/want rather than a sign that a patient is untreatable.
Must have experience in addressing the sensory processing and self regulation needs of clients.
Carries out individual and, at times, small group treatment sessions following treatment plans for outpatient and school caseloads.
Collaborates with Occupational Therapist regarding all plans of care for outpatient and school caseloads, including discussing progress towards goals and updates to plans of care as needed.
Completes all documentation that is required for each patient (daily notes, summaries of progress).
Communicates with physicians, appropriate members of staff, and patient and family members regarding patient needs and progress, either by documentationor, if necessary, direct contact.
Supplies billing information to appropriate staff, in a proper and timely manner for all patient procedures.
Participates in and attends rehabilitation team conferences and clinic staff meetings as scheduled.
Observes patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines.
Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment. Requests orders of needed supplies and equipment in a timely manner to avoid emergency order.
Keeps informed of changes and innovation in the field through professional contacts, literature, and continuing education.
Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
Provides education and counseling to patients and their families that will reinforce the therapy provided in the clinic.
Demonstrates skills of effective time management.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal communications skills while maintaining standards of professional ethics.
Follows all ATC Policy & Procedures.
Performs other duties as delegated, required, or requested.
Physical Requirements
Capable to lift, guard, transfer, and maneuver patients of all sizes and weights utilizing assistance or special equipment as needed on a recurring
basis and in a safe manner
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to safely apply all necessary modalities and operation of equipment.
Must be able to follow written procedures and verbal directives.
Must have adequate hearing and speech to effectively direct and re-direct the therapy program.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Up to 3 weeks PTO within the first year of employment!
COVID-19 considerations:
-Weekly COVID-19 testing for all employees.
-Masks required for all employees.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Education: Associate (Required)
Experience: COTA: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification: COTA (Required)