Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Clinic

Calqulate; Greensboro (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Clinic-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our outpatient pediatric therapy team in Greensboro, AL. You will help young children build fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, and self-help skills under supervision.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, document progress, and contribute to home programs and family education in a clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
• Active (or eligibility for) COTA license from the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• NBCOT certification.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct Therapy Delivery: Implement targeted pediatric OT interventions in a clinic setting to support motor development and functional independence.
• Clinic-Based & Play-Focused Skill Building: Utilize sensory gyms to focus on fine motor grasp, tool use, sensory integration, self-feeding, dressing, and gross motor coordination.
• Caregiver & Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with families and multidisciplinary team members to provide home exercise programs and adaptive recommendations.
• Progress Tracking & Documentation: Document progress toward milestones, complete session notes, and assist with re-evaluations and treatment plan updates.
• Clinical Equipment & Therapeutic Setup: Maintain clinic therapy equipment tailored to each child’s needs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patience

Pediatric development knowledge

Sensory integration practices

Education

Associate degree in OTA program

Alabama COTA license eligibility

NBCOT certification

Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification

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.