Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

About the Role
As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist you will implement specific occupational therapy treatment programs for residents in a variety of settings according to accepted Occupational Therapy practices and principles and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

What You'll Do
As a member of our team you will have an impact on our clients through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, initiate individual occupational therapy treatment plan for residents in a variety of settings.
• Deliver occupational therapy treatments and modalities per physician's orders.
• Plan occupational therapy services within each patient's capabilities as indicated.
• Review daily schedule of patient treatment with assignment of new residents and/or treatment.
• Supervise care given by Therapy Tech/Aide.
• Maintain records and submit documentation timely.
• Complete discharge summary timely and accurately.
• Work successfully as part of a team and be responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships with coworkers.

What You'll Bring to the Team
To be successful in this role and a great addition to our team we need you to come with the following:

• Requires current certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas.
• Age 21 with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record so you can be insured on the Buckner insurance and travel within the campus to provide services.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the amazing qualifications and experiences listed above, if we had our say, we would also look for:

• One year related experience.
• Prior related experience or training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy.
• Experience with aging population.

Job Perks
At Buckner one of the ways we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

• Medical and Dental benefits for employees and their eligible dependents;
• Life insurance;
• Short Term and Long Term Disability benefits;
• Paid Time Off and Holidays;
• Retirement Savings Plan; and
• The 5Star Fun Benefit: encourages employees to spread good cheer to their co-workers and others, creating a happy, healthy environment for all!

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.