Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Achieve Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

PTO & holidays

CE coverage

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Achieve Center in Kennewick, WA, is hiring a Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time, 40-hour week. The role involves delivering therapy programs to children aged 0–21 with developmental disabilities, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting progression towards individual goals.

The ideal candidate has an OTA degree, WA license, and passion for helping children.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Washington State Occupational Therapist Assistant license.
• Strong knowledge of child development.
• Passion for making a difference in the lives of children.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic programs related to feeding, sensory processing, motor coordination, cognitive functioning, psycho-social development, and developmental disabilities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate patient therapy.
• Help patients achieve goals and monitor progress over time.
• Expand clinical knowledge and skills as children grow and develop.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

Accredited OTA program

Washington OTA license

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

If you're a licensed

Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

(COTA) looking for your first big career move in the field, you've come to the right place.We're

Achieve Center

, and our mission is to help young patients (ages 0 to 21) with developmental disabilities/delays receive the support they need to overcome barriers and achieve their goals! We're hiring a compassionate person to join us

full-time

and deliver quality programming in an uplifting environment.When you join us in Kennewick, WA, you'll earn

$24.00 - $32.00/hour

and receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A retirement plan with company match
• Generous PTO and holidays
• Continuing education coverage
• Professional dues/licensure reimbursement
• Kick off a fulfilling career in child development by joining us!

WHAT DRIVES US

With a talented team of over 40 therapists and staff, Achieve Center is dedicated to helping children reach their goals and accomplish major developmental milestones. Founded in 2004, we provide comprehensive pediatric speech, physical, and occupational therapy services within a fun and playful environment. By focusing on early intervention, open communication, and family involvement, we help kids get better. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive and uplifting environment where you'll have autonomy in your career, earn higher-than-average compensation, and make a substantial difference in the lives of children!

YOUR SCHEDULE

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with the possibility of creating a flexible work arrangement.

YOUR ROLE

As our Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you'll help patients smash their goals and achieve amazing results! Every day will bring new chances to make a meaningful impact on children while providing valuable learning opportunities and the potential to have more autonomy over your career. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate patient therapy. Depending on the child's needs, you'll deliver therapeutic programs related to feeding, sensory processing, motor coordination, cognitive functioning, psycho-social development, developmental disabilities/delays, and more. Over time, you'll be able to expand your clinical knowledge and skillset while watching patients grow and thrive!

OUR IDEAL PEDIATRIC CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Washington State Occupational Therapist Assistant license
• Strong knowledge of child development
• Passion for making a difference in the lives of children and a dedication to patient satisfaction
• Communication and collaboration skills for working with patients, physicians, and administrative staff
• Basic computer proficiency
• At least 2 years of professional experience would be a bonus, but it isn't required for the right person.

ARE YOU READY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY?

Now's your time to make a meaningful, lasting impact.