COTA (Part-Time)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortica – Neurodevelopmental is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a multidisciplinary care team in California. You will support pediatric therapies, promote independence in daily living, and collaborate with staff and families to implement targeted activities and data-driven goals.

The role requires a CA OTA license and 1 year of pediatrics or autism experience, with emphasis on HIPAA compliance and proficient EMR/MS Office use.

Qualifications

• Current California Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• At least 1 year of pediatrics or autism experience.
• Ability to perform essential duties with reasonable accommodations.
• Comfort using EMR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to protect patient information.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence in activities of daily living through problem solving and adaptations.
• Observe and suggest positioning techniques to boost participation and function.
• Collaborate with staff in team meetings to share information and plan care.
• Assist in implementing and tracking the therapeutic program prescribed by the OT.
• Collect data and help set new goals based on analysis.
• Support families and colleagues to plan effective client programs.
• Assist with data handling and documentation; adhere to safety and mobility guidelines.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Autism experience

HIPAA knowledge

Team collaboration

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Education

California OTA License

Tools

EMR 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 occupational therapist in determining extent to which goals and objectives are being met by collecting and maintaining data on individual client goals
• Assist 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.

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 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 $38.14 to $47.68. According to your skill level, relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.

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