Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Clinic

KLA Industries; Greensboro (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries seeks a dedicated Pediatric Clinic-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support infants, toddlers, and school-aged children in Greensboro, AL. You will work under a licensed OT, implementing therapy plans in a clinic setting and coordinating with families and the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include direct therapy, progress notes, and home program guidance. Required OTA program completion, Alabama COTA licensure eligibility, and NBCOT certification

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Active (or eligibility for) COTA license in Alabama.
• Current NBCOT certification and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.
• Pediatric clinic/outpatient or early intervention experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct Therapy Delivery: implement targeted pediatric OT interventions in a clinic setting to meet goals and develop motor skills.
• Clinic-Based & Play-Focused Skill Building: use sensory gyms and activities to build fine motor, self-help, and coordination.
• Caregiver & Interdisciplinary Collaboration: partner with families and other therapists to provide home programs and guidance.
• Progress Tracking & Documentation: document progress, complete session notes, and assist with re-evaluations.
• Clinical Equipment & Therapeutic Setup: maintain clinic tools and adapt spaces for individualized therapy.
• Family Engagement & Education: communicate effectively with parents, offering home strategies and education.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patience

Play-based problem solving

Sensory integration

Education

OTA program graduate

Tools

NBCOT certification

Pediatric CPR/First Aid

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Pediatric Clinic-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our outpatient pediatric therapy team in Greensboro, AL. Working under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR), you will help infants, toddlers, and school-aged children build the fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, and self-help skills necessary to thrive in their daily routines, school environments, and home lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Therapy Delivery: Implement targeted pediatric occupational therapy interventions in a clinic setting to support children's individualized plan-of-care goals, motor development, and functional independence.

• Clinic-Based & Play-Focused Skill Building: Utilize specialized clinical space and sensory gyms to focus on functional skill-building, including fine motor grasp, tool use (writing utensils, scissors, utensils), sensory integration, self-feeding, dressing, and gross motor coordination.

• Caregiver & Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary clinic team members (speech therapists, physical therapists) to provide home exercise programs, sensory strategies, and adaptive recommendations for the home and school environments.

• Progress Tracking & Documentation: Document clinical progress toward specific functional milestones, complete timely session notes, and assist the supervising OTR with periodic re-evaluations and treatment plan updates.

• Clinical Equipment & Therapeutic Setup: Utilize and maintain clinic therapy equipment (swings, sensory tools, adaptive seating, fine motor manipulation stations) tailored to each child's individual treatment needs.

• Family Engagement & Education: Maintain warm, supportive communication with parents and caregivers to explain therapeutic activities, provide home strategy ideas, and ensure family-centered progress.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.

• Licensure: Active (or eligibility for) COTA license from the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy.

• Certifications: Current NBCOT certification and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.

• Experience: Prior experience working in a pediatric clinic, outpatient therapy setting, or early intervention environment preferred.

• Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, patience, creative play-based problem-solving, and a deep understanding of pediatric developmental milestones and sensory integration techniques.