MedlinkHealth Anesthesia
OTA/COTA - Long Term Care (LTC)
Ranger, Texas•Temporary
$32 - $35 hourly
$32 - $35 hourly
About the Job
Hours & Guarantee: 8 Hours/Day | 40 Hours/Week Guaranteed | Day Shift.
Weekend & Call Requirements: No weekends required | No on-call coverage.
Position Overview & Clinical Scope:
A long-term care and skilled nursing facility in north-central Texas is seeking a Temporary Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for day-shift coverage. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), the COTA delivers direct therapeutic intervention to support patient rehabilitation, functional independence, and overall recovery.
Key Responsibilities & Clinical Duties:
Direct Patient Care & Rehabilitation:
- Treatment Execution: Administer occupational therapy interventions, exercises, and activities according to individualized plans of care established by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Functional Mobility & ADLs: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), adaptive equipment training, and physical rehabilitation techniques to restore patient independence.
- Progress Tracking & Documentation: Observe, document, and report patient progress, responses to therapy, and functional outcomes to the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team.
Patient Safety & Advocacy:
- Maintain a clean, secure, and supportive clinical environment ensuring patient safety during all therapeutic activities.
Candidate Submission & Qualification Requirements:
Experience & Certifications:
- Clinical Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of active COTA experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or sub-acute rehabilitation settings [REQUIRED].
- State Licensure: Active Texas Occupational Therapy Assistant License or valid Compact License [REQUIRED; must be verified in good standing].