Occupational therapist assistant

Avir Health Group; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Avir Health Group seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support pediatric patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will collaborate with families, therapists, and the clinical team to implement treatment plans and document progress.

The role emphasizes evidence-based interventions, caregiver education, timely charting, and ongoing learning within a supportive clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized occupational therapy treatment under supervision and direction of a licensed OT.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to help pediatric patients develop functional skills and achieve goals.
• Assist with gathering clinical information, delegated assessments, and documenting observations.
• Communicate patient progress and clinical concerns to the supervising OT.
• Provide caregiver education and home programming per the Plan of Care.
• Document treatment sessions accurately and timely.
• Participate in observations and skill development under mentor guidance.
• Maintain productivity standards and safe, organized treatment spaces.

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide exceptional care to our pediatric patients. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and collaborate closely with families and our interdisciplinary clinical team.

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, You Will: Clinical Duties

• Provide individualized occupational therapy treatment under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist and in accordance with each patient’s established Plan of Care.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to help pediatric patients develop functional skills and achieve established treatment goals.
• Assist the supervising Occupational Therapist with gathering clinical information, administering delegated assessments, and documenting observations as permitted by applicable regulations and company policy.
• Communicate patient progress, changes in status, and clinical concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide caregiver education and home programming consistent with the established Plan of Care and the supervising Occupational Therapist’s recommendations.
• Complete accurate documentation of treatment sessions in a timely manner.
• Participate in observations and clinical skill leveling under the guidance of a mentor or supervisor.
• Maintain company productivity standards.
• Ensure treatment spaces and equipment remain clean, organized, and safe.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Audiologists, administrative staff, and other members of the patient’s care team.
• Alert the supervising Occupational Therapist when a referral to another professional may be in the best interest of a patient or family.
• Attend weekly roundtable meetings and any additional meetings required by the Clinical Director, supervising Occupational Therapist, supervisor, or company owner.
• Pursue relevant continuing education to best serve our pediatric patient population.
• Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

Administrative Duties

• Communicate actively and professionally through Microsoft Outlook.
• Complete scheduling and clinical documentation using Practice Perfect.
• Use the company payroll system to report time worked and request time off.
• Submit weekly productivity statistics.
• Accurately identify and review applicable billing codes within the COTA's scope and company procedures.
• Maintain required licensure, certification, and continuing education.
• Read printed and electronic materials, including small print.
• Communicate verbally with children, caregivers, coworkers, and members of the public.
• Type and complete documentation using a computer keyboard.