Lead Pediatric Occupational Therapist & Mentor

Aspire Therapy & Development Services; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Aspire Therapy & Development Services in Madison, WI seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to lead a small COTA team, perform evaluations, develop plans of care, and supervise clinical practice. You will delegate appropriately, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates bring pediatric OT expertise, strong communication, and a commitment to professional growth within a collaborative, family-centered clinic.

Qualifications

• Current Wisconsin Occupational Therapy license or eligibility for license.
• Experience in a pediatric setting preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring COTAs or OTs.
• Willingness to grow in your skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluations & Plans of Care: Conduct comprehensive initial evaluations for children and establish POC with goals for COTA delegation.
• COTA Supervision & Leadership: Provide direct/indirect supervision and clinical guidance to 2–3 COTAs in compliance with licensure.
• Delegation & Caseload Management: Assign patient caseloads and treatment interventions based on competencies.
• Documentation Review & Compliance: Audit and co-sign COTA notes and reports for medical necessity and insurance compliance.
• Re-Evaluations & Goal Adjustments: Perform periodic re-evaluations and adjust goals with COTAs.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate holistic care with families and external providers.
• Clinical Expertise & Education: Provide pediatric OT expertise and ongoing education to staff.
• Quality & Staff Development: Conduct competency evaluations and ensure adherence to standards.

Skills

Pediatric OT supervision

Clinical leadership

Documentation review

Mentorship

Education

Wisconsin OT license

Job description

Aspire Therapy & Development Services in Madison, WI seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to lead a small COTA team, perform evaluations, develop plans of care, and supervise clinical practice. You will delegate appropriately, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates bring pediatric OT expertise, strong communication, and a commitment to professional growth within a collaborative, family-centered clinic.