Occupational Therapy Assistant – Certified

Easter Seals; Daytona Beach (FL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Easterseals Florida is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support pediatric clients under the supervision of a licensed OT. You will implement individualized treatment plans, educate families, and document progress while maintaining productivity and high-quality care.

Responsibilities include EMR/documentation, collaboration with the clinical team and families, and flexible duties across Easterseals programs.

Formación

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program.
• Current Florida COTA license.
• Medicaid and NPI numbers preferred.
• Previous pediatric therapy experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage children, families, and team members.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and self-development.
• Positive attitude toward individuals with disabilities and alignment with the Easterseals mission and work environment.

Responsabilidades

• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans under the direction of a Licensed OT.
• Provide education, training, and support to clients and families.
• Achieve established productivity goals while maintaining high quality of care.
• Document client progress notes, summaries, billing information, and justifications for equipment, payment, and treatment within required policy timeframes.
• Utilize EMR, Office 365, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.
• Facilitate coordinated care for pediatric clients with the clinical team, parents/guardians, and supervising OT.
• Manage a caseload with collaboration and communication with the supervising OT.
• Maintain organized patient files and complete related clerical tasks.
• Assist OT with administrative support, including monitoring Plan of Care dates.
• Provide therapy services across Easterseals programs as needed.
• Aim to achieve treatment goals within defined timetables.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Pediatric therapy experience

Educación

Associate's Degree from an accredited COTA program

Herramientas

EMR

Office 365

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Descripción del empleo

What You'll Do

• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans with peer review demonstrating acceptable clinical quality, under the direction of a Licensed Occupational Therapist
• Provide education, training, and support to clients and their families to promote carryover of therapeutic strategies
• Achieve established productivity goals while maintaining high quality of care
• Document client progress notes, summaries, billing information, and justifications for equipment, payment, and treatment within required policy timeframes
• Utilize electronic systems proficiently, including EMR, Office 365, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams
• Facilitate coordinated care for pediatric clients through communication and follow-up with the clinical team, parents/guardians, and supervising Occupational Therapist
• Manage an assigned caseload with regular collaboration and communication with the supervising OT to ensure best practices and quality outcomes
• Maintain organized patient files and complete related clerical and administrative tasks
• Assist the Occupational Therapist with administrative support, including monitoring Plan of Care (POC) dates for active clients
• Provide therapy services across other Easterseals programs as needed, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to assume additional responsibilities
• Achieve treatment goals and objectives within defined timetables

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program
• Current and active State of Florida COTA license
• Medicaid and NPI numbers preferred
• Previous pediatric therapy experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage children, families, and team members
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and self-development
• Positive attitude toward individuals with disabilities and alignment with the Easterseals mission and work environment
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to program needs
• Demonstrates integrity, tact, and sound professional judgment
• Ability to meet approved driver qualifications (minimum age 21 with a good driving record) for occasional business use of a personal vehicle

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at [phone], [e-mail], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.