Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Pediatric Saturday Hours

MedCare Pediatric Group, LP; Baytown (TX); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays/Flex Days

Short-term and long-term disability

Work-life balance

Résumé du poste

MedCare Pediatric Group, LP is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our pediatric outpatient clinic. The COTA will work under a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide hands-on therapy that improves fine motor, sensory processing, and self-care skills in children.

Ideal candidates will have graduated from an accredited OTA program, Texas COTA licensure or eligibility, and enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Texas COTA license or eligible to obtain licensure by start date.
• Pediatric therapy experience preferred; new graduates welcome.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide individualized OT interventions under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Implement treatment plans to improve fine motor, sensory integration, and self-care skills.
• Assist children in achieving developmental milestones through engaging activities.
• Document therapy sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Communicate with families regarding goals and progress.
• Collaborate with OT and other pediatric therapy team members to ensure high-quality care.
• Maintain a safe, supportive clinic environment for children and families.

Connaissances

Pediatric therapy

Bilingual Spanish/English

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Patient care

Formation

Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Description du poste

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Pediatric Outpatient Clinic

MedCare Pediatric is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing pediatric outpatient therapy team. If you are passionate about helping children improve their independence, confidence, and daily living skills, we invite you to become part of our mission-driven team.

At MedCare Pediatric, we provide individualized, child-centered occupational therapy services in a supportive clinic-based environment. As a COTA, you will work closely with a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide hands-on therapy that helps children develop fine motor skills, sensory processing skills, coordination, self-care abilities, and functional independence.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to provide comprehensive pediatric care. Our team values collaboration, professional growth, mentorship, and creating a positive environment where both our employees and patients can thrive.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Qualifications & Responsibilities:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Texas Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license or eligible to obtain licensure by anticipated start date.
• Pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), sensory processing challenges, or neurological conditions is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Passion for working with children and supporting families.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Responsibilities

• Provide individualized occupational therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Implement treatment plans focused on improving fine motor skills, sensory integration, visual-motor skills, coordination, strength, self-care skills, and independence.
• Assist children in achieving developmental milestones through engaging and age-appropriate therapeutic activities.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions and patient progress.
• Communicate with families and caregivers regarding therapy goals and progress.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists and other members of the pediatric therapy team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Maintain a fun, safe, and encouraging clinic environment for children and families.

Why Join MedCare Pediatric?

• Pediatric outpatient clinic setting
• Consistent clinic-based schedule
• One-on-one patient care
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Supportive leadership and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Work-life balance
• Paid PTO
• Paid Holidays/Flex Days
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Meaningful work helping children and families reach their goals

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.