Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs in Texas
Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Texas are consistently active, with strong demand across pediatric clinics, skilled nursing facilities, school districts, and inpatient rehabilitation centers at levels from entry-level to senior clinical roles. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, where large employers such as CHRISTUS Health, Encompass Health, and Texas Children's Hospital maintain ongoing need for occupational therapy assistants. Pediatric, geriatric, and school-based practice are among the most sought-after specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.
Essential Functions
Adhere to approved course syllabi. Provide students with the course syllabus that informs them of course requirements including specific objectives, means of attaining those objectives, and methods of evaluation by the end of the first week of classes.
Use teaching methods which are appropriate to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles. Allow the student to continually assess his/her own progress. Allow reasonable opportunity for each student to master the objectives of the course.
Develop and revise curriculum and instructional materials. Submit syllabi or addendums to the Division Office by the end of the first week of class. Assist in the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials. Evaluate curriculum and assess student learning outcomes.
Post and maintain office hours as per institutional guidelines. Serve as academic advisor and provide appropriate leadership and supervision in student activities. Make provisions for students to evaluate instruction and arrange for submission of evaluation to the designated office.
Participate in all areas of divisional and departmental responsibility such as proposing programs, projects and exhibiting leadership in their implementation. Participate on committees. Work with other faculty to accomplish the goals of the discipline, division, and College. Attend all scheduled discipline and division activities held during the academic year unless they conflict with a regularly scheduled teaching assignment or activity approved by the Dean, Director, or Associate Vice President.
Assist in the evaluation and selection of faculty, laboratory assistants, and other discipline or program staff. Contribute to the governance of the College through active service on committees. Participate in faculty orientation sessions, professional development seminars and activities to enhance professional development. Accept the responsibility for professional awareness and growth.
Acknowledge and support the community college's mission to serve the community.
Perform all other duties appropriate to this position as assigned or directed.
Assist in the planning and implementation of on-going activities crucial to the discipline or program, such as registration, building and managing the class schedule, faculty assignments, student recruitment, selection of off-campus instructional or clinical sites, accreditation preparation, needs assessments, advisory committee activities, budgets, and other related instructional matters.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
1. Must possess a minimum of an Associate of Applied Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant with a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in a health-related field, or Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Assistant degree.
NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.
2. Must possess certification from National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), and a state of Texas license from Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE).3. Must be a graduate of an Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
4. Must possess a current licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), or Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) in Texas.
5. Must meet standards in accordance with The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) for OTA educational program.
6. Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in occupational therapy.
7. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
9. Commitment to student success and program excellence.
10. Experience teaching in the discipline.
11. Experience/ability to teach at the community college level.
12. Experience/ability to incorporate technology into the classroom.
Desired Qualifications:
1. Prior three (3) years of teaching experience in higher education or a related setting preferred.
Special Conditions:
1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.
2. ANTICIPATED FACULTY OPENING.
3. Tenure track position; annual academic year employment contract leading toward tenure consideration during fifth year of employment.
4. Based on the needs of the college, you may be required to teach at multiple campuses within any given semester.
5. The hiring committee for this faculty posting will have the option to offer this Tenure Track position(s) as a Lecturer position(s), if deemed appropriate.
6. If a vacancy for a full-time Lecturer position becomes available during the evaluation/hiring process, an additional Lecturer position(s) may be offered from the applicant pool from this posting.
Other Requirements
Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.
COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.
If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.
A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline. Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.
Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).
Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.
Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.
Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of the transportation cost for travel performed within the United States. The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights lodging.
In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.
The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.
Job Summary
Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.
Essential Functions
Adhere to approved course syllabi. Provide students with the course syllabus that informs them of course requirements including specific objectives, means of attaining those objectives, and methods of evaluation by the end of the first week of classes.
Use teaching methods which are appropriate to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles. Allow the student to continually assess his/her own progress. Allow reasonable opportunity for each student to master the objectives of the course.
Develop and revise curriculum and instructional materials. Submit syllabi or addendums to the Division Office by the end of the first week of class. Assist in the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials. Evaluate curriculum and assess student learning outcomes.
Post and maintain office hours as per institutional guidelines. Serve as academic advisor and provide appropriate leadership and supervision in student activities. Make provisions for students to evaluate instruction and arrange for submission of evaluation to the designated office.
Participate in all areas of divisional and departmental responsibility such as proposing programs, projects and exhibiting leadership in their implementation. Participate on committees. Work with other faculty to accomplish the goals of the discipline, division, and College. Attend all scheduled discipline and division activities held during the academic year unless they conflict with a regularly scheduled teaching assignment or activity approved by the Dean, Director, or Associate Vice President.
Assist in the evaluation and selection of faculty, laboratory assistants, and other discipline or program staff. Contribute to the governance of the College through active service on committees. Participate in faculty orientation sessions, professional development seminars and activities to enhance professional development. Accept the responsibility for professional awareness and growth.
Acknowledge and support the community college's mission to serve the community.
Perform all other duties appropriate to this position as assigned or directed.
Assist in the planning and implementation of on-going activities crucial to the discipline or program, such as registration, building and managing the class schedule, faculty assignments, student recruitment, selection of off-campus instructional or clinical sites, accreditation preparation, needs assessments, advisory committee activities, budgets, and other related instructional matters.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
1. Must possess a minimum of an Associate of Applied Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant with a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in a health-related field, or Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Assistant degree.
NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.
2. Must possess certification from National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), and a state of Texas license from Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE).3. Must be a graduate of an Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
4. Must possess a current licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), or Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) in Texas.
5. Must meet standards in accordance with The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) for OTA educational program.
6. Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in occupational therapy.
7. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
9. Commitment to student success and program excellence.
10. Experience teaching in the discipline.
11. Experience/ability to teach at the community college level.
12. Experience/ability to incorporate technology into the classroom.
Desired Qualifications:
1. Prior three (3) years of teaching experience in higher education or a related setting preferred.
Special Conditions:
1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.
2. ANTICIPATED FACULTY OPENING.
3. Tenure track position; annual academic year employment contract leading toward tenure consideration during fifth year of employment.
4. Based on the needs of the college, you may be required to teach at multiple campuses within any given semester.
5. The hiring committee for this faculty posting will have the option to offer this Tenure Track position(s) as a Lecturer position(s), if deemed appropriate.
6. If a vacancy for a full-time Lecturer position becomes available during the evaluation/hiring process, an additional Lecturer position(s) may be offered from the applicant pool from this posting.
Other Requirements
Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.
COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.
If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.
A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline. Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.
Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).
Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.
Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.
Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of the transportation cost for travel performed within the United States. The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights lodging.
In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.
The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.
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Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Reliant Rehabilitation27
- Care Options For Kids10
- PAM Health8
- MedCare Pediatric Group, LP6
- Enhabit Home Health & Hospice6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapy assistant jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas State Board of Examiners of Occupational Therapy license or license eligibility
- Associate degree in occupational therapy assistant from an ACOTE-accredited program
- Passing scores on the NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant examination
- Experience or clinical fieldwork in a relevant practice setting such as SNF or pediatrics
- Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems commonly used in Texas clinical settings
Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a occupational therapy assistant in Texas?
To become an occupational therapy assistant in Texas, you must earn an associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited program, complete the required supervised fieldwork hours, and pass the NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant exam. You then apply for licensure through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Occupational Therapy, which issues the state license required to practice. Licensure must be renewed on a regular cycle with continuing education.
How much do occupational therapy assistants make in Texas?
Occupational therapy assistants in Texas earn a median of about $81,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,980 for the lowest 10% to over $95,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire occupational therapy assistants in Texas?
Employers hiring occupational therapy assistants in Texas right now include Reliant Rehabilitation, Care Options For Kids, and PAM Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, rehabilitation hospital networks, and independent school districts generate steady, year-round demand across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most occupational therapy assistant jobs?
Houston, Austin, and San Antonio have the most occupational therapy assistant openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas drive the largest share of listings because of their dense concentration of hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, and urban school districts, while San Antonio's substantial military and veterans health infrastructure adds consistent demand that keeps it competitive with the larger metros.
Are there remote occupational therapy assistant jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy assistants work hands-on with patients, which means the vast majority of roles require an in-person clinical setting. About 13% of occupational therapy assistant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively administrative, documentation, or telehealth consultation roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a occupational therapy assistant in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate positions at Texas skilled nursing facilities and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, which regularly hire COTAs who have completed their ACOTE fieldwork hours but have limited post-graduation experience. Large Texas rehabilitation networks and school districts in the Houston and Dallas areas run structured mentorship programs for new graduates. Candidates who hold an active Texas SBEOTP license on their start date and have fieldwork experience in pediatric or geriatric settings move through hiring faster than those still awaiting licensure.
Where can I find and apply to occupational therapy assistant jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to occupational therapy assistant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across clinical settings, school districts, and rehabilitation facilities. Find the roles that fit your experience and practice area and apply directly.
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