Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant *Up to $43/hr

ConnectedHealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay above market

Weekly direct deposit

Next-day pay

Health insurance

Disability & life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Travel reimbursement

Guaranteed hours

Cancellation protection

Nationwide opportunities

Job summary

ConnectedHealth is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for a 36-week contract near Phoenix, AZ. The role focuses on providing therapeutic support to students in a school setting and collaborating on IEPs.

Requirements include OTA certification and Arizona licensure, CPR/BLS, and at least 1 year of school-based experience. The position offers premium pay with benefits and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• OTA certification and AZ license required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year school setting experience.
• Familiarity with pediatric therapies in educational environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with staff, parents, and students.
• Ability to lift and assist children with mobility needs.
• Background checks and facility screenings required.
• Flexible to dynamic school schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support to students in the school setting.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop and implement IEPs.
• Assist in evaluating students' abilities and progress.
• Support students with mobility and behavioral challenges.
• Document therapy sessions and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Mobility assistance

Education

OTA Certification

Arizona OTA Licensure

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant role located near Phoenix, AZ. 36-week contract with pay up to $43 per hour. Opportunity to support students in a school setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide therapeutic support to students with various needs within the school setting.

• Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).

• Assist in evaluating students' abilities and progress.

• Support students with mobility and behavioral challenges.

• Document therapy sessions and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications:

• Certification as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) or equivalent from an accredited program.

• State licensure or certification to practice as an OTA in Arizona.

• CPR/BLS certification.

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a school setting.

• Familiarity with pediatric therapies and educational environments.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with school staff, parents, and students.

• Ability to lift, position, and assist children with mobility needs.

• Must pass background checks and other facility-required screenings.

• Flexibility to adapt to dynamic school environments and schedules.

Benefits:

• Premium pay 13% above market average with weekly direct deposit and upcoming next-day pay features.

• Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision starting first day of the month after start date, plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave.

• Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break with seamless coverage during off-seasons.

• Investment in growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license and CEU reimbursements.

• Support for lifestyle: paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly), travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection, nationwide opportunities.

• Streamlined compliance and flexibility: rapid onboarding (average 14 days), flexible shift options, fast-tracked licenses/certifications, shifts tailored to individual needs.

You hold an OTA certification and Arizona license. You have at least one year school OT experience. You excel at collaborative IEP development and documentation