Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Job Description
See why we have been voted the Valleys "Best of the Best" Home Health Care 8 years in a row!
Join our amazing team of healthcare providers. We have been in business for over 17 years. As we continue to grow, we are looking for motivated Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to join our team and provide quality care to our patients in a home health setting.
Job Summary
The OT/COTA provides skilled occupational therapy services to help patients improve their independence, safety, and ability to participate in daily activities. This position involves working with patients and families in the home, following an individualized plan of care, and collaborating with the healthcare team.
Benefits
Full Benefit Package with Employer Contribution (Health, Vision and Dental)
Paid Time Off
- Employer Matching Retirement Plan
- Teladoc Health Plan (Company Paid)
- Life Insurance (Company Paid)
- And MORE!!!
- Flexible Part-Time Schedule
- Supportive Healthcare Team
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (OT/OTR)
- Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with the patient's plan of care.
- Evaluate patient needs and provide appropriate therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, coordination, cognitive skills, safety, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Develop, implement, and modify treatment plans based on patient progress and needs.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapy activities, home programs, safety, and strategies that promote independence.
- Select appropriate therapeutic activities based on the patient's abilities and goals.
- Recommend adaptive equipment and modifications to the patient's home or living environment when appropriate.
- Accurately document evaluations, interventions, progress, and other services provided.
- Communicate and collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Participate in continuing education and maintain compliance with applicable regulations and payer requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (COTA/OTA)
- Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with the patient's plan of care.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapy activities, home programs, safety, and strategies that promote independence.
- Select appropriate therapeutic activities based on the patient's abilities and goals.
- Recommend adaptive equipment and modifications to the patient's home or living environment when appropriate.
- Accurately document evaluations, interventions, progress, and other services provided.
- Communicate and collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Participate in continuing education and maintain compliance with applicable regulations and payer requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR)
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current Texas OT license.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA)
- Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Current Texas COTA license.
License/Certification
- Current CPR certification.
- Current Texas Driver's License.
- Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
- Home health experience preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
- Basic computer skills for documentation and timekeeping.
- Part-Time
Work Location: Brownsville, TX
We look forward to hearing from you. Please call us at 956-444-4800 or send resume via email to recruiter@tricountykidscare.com
Key Responsibilities
The therapist provides skilled occupational therapy services in a home health setting to improve patient independence and safety. They are responsible for evaluating patient needs, developing treatment plans, and educating families on home programs.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$95k (186 salary observations; 2,330 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,521 salary observations; 25,570 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; 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)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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