Occupational Therapy Assistant

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in the DFW area. Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants (COTA) earn up to $50 per hour with the pay structure at $12.50 per unit for up to 4 units per hour.

Position Details

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will work in a Pediatric Home Health setting, providing coordinated occupational therapy to pediatric patients of various ages in the home setting. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Essential Functions

Design and administer the therapy treatment plan as developed by the Therapist Supervisor. Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to facilitate the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes. Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency and licensing board. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competency.

Benefits

Merakey offers:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Competitive compensation plans
• Health vision and dental insurance with multiple plan options available
• 401k retirement plan with company match up to 2 years after 1 year of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on completed treatments and evaluations
• Holiday pay for 7 observed holidays equivalent to 126 additional units annually
• Flexible work schedules-choose when, where, and how much you work
• Immediate medical coverage through the American Worker Plan (AWP)
• Direct deposit with access to past pay stubs via the company portal
• User-friendly electronic documentation system (KanTime)
• Free Care.com membership for family care services
• Mission-driven leadership and a supportive workplace culture

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental behavioral health and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply.