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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Per Diem

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas Downtown Hospital

#BLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #State Licensure #Occupational Therapy Assistant #Inpatient Rehabilitation #COTA #Therapy Plan of Care

Quick overview

The COTA assists in implementing therapy plans of care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. They are responsible for directing supportive personnel and communicating patient needs for assessment and treatment modification.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold current state licensure or eligibility as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. BLS certification is required either at the time of hire or within the first 90 days of employment.

professional certificateBLS CertificationPatient CarePatient EducationClinical DocumentationOccupational TherapyTreatment Plan Implementation

Job description

Overview Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Dallas, TX Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Inpatient PRN Rate PRN: $35/hr We strive to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors. Dallas has again been ranked one of the nation’s “Best Rehabilitation Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-2026!

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist (OT), and in accordance with state practice guidelines, the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) , assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care. The OTA is responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services. The OTA, consistently communicates with supervising OT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction. Additionally, the OTA participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self. The OTA may also perform other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required. Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required or as required by state regulations. #BSWIR - Inpatient Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans