Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Pediatric Therapy Partners of LA; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

IRA match

Six paid holidays per year

Flexible work week

Collaboration with multidisciplinary团队

Job summary

Pediatric Therapy Partners of LA is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. You will work with Occupational Therapists to deliver evidence-based therapy services to help children develop independence and succeed in daily activities.

Requirements include an active Louisiana license and strong interpersonal skills. The role offers a competitive salary with bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work week.

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana license required.
• Ability to manage patients with different involvement levels.
• Willingness to learn and develop skill set.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, patience, and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct therapy services to children under supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for each patient.
• Educate and support families on therapy techniques and strategies to use at home.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and continuing education requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Louisiana license for COTA

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families by helping them develop the skills needed to achieve greater independence and success in everyday life. You will work closely with our Occupational Therapists to deliver engaging, evidence-based therapy services that empower children to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct therapy services to children under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for each patient.
• Educate and support families on therapy techniques and strategies to use at home.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and continuing education requirements.

Requirements

• Active Louisiana license.
• Ability to manage patients with different involvement levels.
• Willingness to learn and develop skill set.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, patience, and empathy.

Why choose PTP?

• Opportunity to develop skills with experienced OTs present every day.
• Competitive salary + Bonus opportunities
• Benefits include: Health, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance and IRA match
• Six paid holidays per year
• Flexible work week (Four and five-day work week options)
• Opportunity to collaborate with other disciplines.
• Electronic documentation.