Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Cortica Care; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortica Care seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support pediatric patients with neurodevelopmental differences. This role involves promoting independence, collaborating with families, and implementing tailored therapy programs in a supportive team environment. Candidates should have a relevant license and experience in pediatrics or autism.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid holidays and wellness days

Tuition reimbursement for professional development

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Current California Occupational Therapy Assistant License required.
• 1 year of pediatrics or autism experience preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence in daily living activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents for client programs.
• Assist in goal formulation and data collection.

Skills

Problem solving

Observation

Collaboration

Data collection

Communication

Education

California Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cortica is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join its growing multi-disciplinary team!

We are a rapidly growing healthcare company pioneering the most effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences. Our mission is to design and deliver life-changing care – one child, one family, one community at a time. Ultimately, we envision a world that cultivates the full potential of every child. At Cortica, every team member is instrumental in helping us achieve our mission!

Our culture and values guide how we work and treat one another. Cortica celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, seeking ideas and opinions from everyone on the team. We safeguard equal rights and respect for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status or other applicable, legally protected characteristics. All Cortica employment decisions are made based on an individual’s qualifications and ability to successfully perform the job responsibilities.

What will you do:

• Promote independence in activities of daily living (including dressing and feeding) through problem solving, suggesting adaptations, and observation of the student.
• Observe, problem solve, and suggest positioning techniques to enhance educational participation and maximize function.
• Consult and assist staff through gathering and sharing information at team meetings.
• Utilize task analysis to suggest techniques to the team regarding feeding, activities of daily living, etc.
• Implement the individualized/small group therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist based on goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents in order to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective client programs.
• Assist the occupational therapist in determining the extent to which goals and objectives are being met by collecting and maintaining data on individual client goals.
• Assist the therapist in formulating new goals based on data analysis.
• In this role, you are occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Team members must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• You have a current California Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
• You have 1 year of pediatrics or autism experience.
• You are occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• You are skilled at using software and systems, including electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office products.
• You preferably have knowledge of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient information.

Your Compensation & Benefits:

Cortica cares deeply about the well-being of each member of our team, and we have created a passionate, caring, and growth-minded culture that helps teammates thrive! As a Cortica teammate, we’ll support your well-being through medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting, paid holidays and wellness days, life insurance, disability insurance options, tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education, and referral bonuses. We value you and the experience you bring to your role, and are proud to provide you with a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of your life.

The base pay range for this opening is $33.90 to $42.38. According to your skill level, relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.