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Senior Care Health & Rehabilitation-Wichita Falls
COTA - PRN Therapy Support
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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Aide assists occupational therapists and technicians to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Sets up treatment areas and equipment, handles clerical tasks, and helps move patients. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or an healthcare setting.
$33,960 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking a COTA to support our therapy department on a PRN basis. You will carry out established occupational therapy plans and work directly with residents on daily living skills. This position assists short-term rehab patients and long-term residents as coverage needs arise. Responsibilities Guide residents through therapeutic exercises and functional tasks according to the established care plan. Document patient progress and daily treatment notes within the electronic health records system. Train residents in activities of daily living, including mobility and adaptive equipment usage. Report functional changes and treatment observations directly to the supervising Occupational Therapist. Work with the therapy team to maintain an organized treatment space.