Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Cotulla, TX

Key Responsibilities Execute specialized therapy plans designed by the supervising OT, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and activities to improve motor skills and coordination. Record detailed notes on patient progress, behavioral changes, and safety concerns, and report findings to the supervising OT to support treatment plan adjustments.

Job Title

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Location

Cotulla, TX | Long Term Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Execute specialized therapy plans designed by the supervising OT, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and activities to improve motor skills and coordination
• Teach patients how to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) — such as bathing, dressing, and eating — using adaptive techniques
• Instruct patients and families on the use of adaptive equipment, including reachers, mobility aids, and modified utensils
• Record detailed notes on patient progress, behavioral changes, and safety concerns, and report findings to the supervising OT to support treatment plan adjustments
• Provide emotional encouragement to patients and train caregivers on home program assistance
• Prepare treatment areas, clean equipment, and assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling and billing

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of OTA experience in a Long Term Care (LTC) setting
• Active Texas OTA license or compact license equivalent

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) responsibilities

Why Join Us

• Work in a care environment focused on personalized, goal-driven rehabilitation that emphasizes meaningful patient progress and independence
• Join a team that values a warm, supportive atmosphere where therapists collaborate closely with patients and their families throughout the recovery journey