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

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Cotulla, TX
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

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