The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides Occupational Therapy services to patients of the Driscoll Children’s Health System under the plan of care and direction of an occupational therapist
Job Summary
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides Occupational Therapy services to patients of the Driscoll Children’s Health System under the plan of care and direction of an occupational therapist.
Educates patient and family regarding plan of care and progress, and provides family with instruction and understanding of home program as appropriate.
Demonstrates flexibility regarding departmental scheduling needs including but not limited to compliance with family-friendly hours, floating between settings and locations, offering hours that support the patient population, etc.
Matching Summary
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides Occupational Therapy services to patients of the Driscoll Children’s Health System under the plan of care and direction of an occupational therapist.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient education
Home program instruction
Team meeting participation
Process improvement initiatives
Evidence based practice
Computer software applications
Nice-to-have
Compassion meets innovation
Employees are family
Community visit participation
Flexibility regarding scheduling
Key Requirements
Associate's degree or equivalent
Current Texas Licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
Current Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy