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Healthpro Heritage
Houston, Texas

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$35/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 55m ago · Verified live

Job description

Overview
HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity in Houston, TX.
Setting: Therapy Program inside of a Retirement Community that provides therapy services to the residents consisting of: skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care
Facility info: "Situated on the west side of Houston’s Inner Loop since 1963, our lush seven-acre campus has always been home to people who wear their personality on their sleeve, each with a fascinating life story to tell and a lifetime of accomplishment to show for it. That’s because in our community, residents don’t just watch the world turn – they spin it."
Open to Part-Time and PRN options.
Full-Time Wage Range: $30 - $35 per hour
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e. g., dressing, eating, mobility).
Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e. g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.
Qualifications
Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Interdisciplinary collaborationDaily living skills training

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$95k (172 salary observations; 1,051 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,041 salary observations; 11,909 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $70k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$68k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Benefits Package
Continuous Learning & Development
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply