Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Pediatric Outpatient

Theracare INC; Osceola (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Theracare Inc. is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for our pediatric outpatient clinic in Indiana.

You will provide skilled direct patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, helping children develop daily living skills in a supportive, energetic environment. Ideal candidates have completed an approved COTA program, hold or be eligible for state licensure, and enjoy collaborating with families and a multidisciplinary team to tailor therapy plans for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current or eligible for state license.
• Prefer active membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association (not required).
• Prefer minimum one year experience.
• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled direct patient care activities under the clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Support pediatric outpatient therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist and multidisciplinary team.
• Engage with families to support therapy goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Pediatric Outpatient

• Full-time

Located in the heart of Indiana, Theracare has been exclusively serving the community since 1996. Theracare is one of the top Indiana providers of Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy. A known rehab provider of choice, Theracare provides quality services to skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, schools, and directly to the community in our outpatient therapy clinics. A commitment to our core values is the foundation to our success. Those values will remain the key priority for our future.

They are:
Integrity - of the individual and the organization
Commitment - to quality in all that we do
Ownership - of our work and our outlook
Creativity- to transcend traditional ideas
Advancement - of our skills and knowledge

Theracare, an employee-owned company, has employees vested in and empowered by client success and satisfaction. Let us exceed your expectation.

Get ready for a whirlwind of fun and excitement as a pediatric occupational therapy assistant at our TOTS Clinic! You'll be the superhero helping little ones conquer their daily challenges and unlock their superpowers. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, includes:

• Unleashing independence: Guide our tiny adventurers on their quest to master everyday tasks and become the masters of their own universe!
• Fine-tuning those mini motors: Help little hands become nimble ninjas, ready to tackle anything from building block skyscrapers to mastering the art of shoelace tying.
• Sensory sensation creation: Transform our clinic into a wonderland of textures, sounds, and sights that'll make every therapy session feel like a trip to an amusement park.
• Handwriting wizardry: Turn squiggles and scribbles into legible masterpieces, one letter at a time.
• Mealtime magic: Turn picky eaters into culinary explorers, making every bite an exciting adventure.
• Teamwork makes the dream work: Join forces with our multidisciplinary squad of child development superheroes and work alongside families to create the ultimate support network.
• Flexibility is your superpower: Be ready to don your cape and save the day with some evening shifts (2-3 days until 6 pm), but fear not! We'll ensure your schedule has the perfect balance of action and downtime.

Get ready to laugh, play, and make a difference in the lives of our little champions every single day!

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant would perform skilled direct patient care activities under the clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Current or eligible for state license

Prefer active membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association (not required)

Prefer minimum one (1) year experience

New graduates welcome to apply

Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills

Pediatric Outpatient Clinic!!