Pediatric COTA

Pho Prime, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and 401(k) match

CEUs and longevity bonus

FT/PT/PRN flexibility

School placements near home

Supervising OT & interdisciplinary团队

AI-supported documentation tools

Job summary

Thrive Therapies Group seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for school-based settings in Seattle, Tacoma, and Bremerton, Washington. Opportunities include full-time, part-time, or PRN positions with W-2 pay.

You will support students under licensed OT supervision, focusing on fine motor, sensory, self-care, and school participation skills. Applicants must graduate from an accredited OTA program and hold an active WA license or be eligible to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program and active WA OTA license or eligibility.
• Ability to pass background checks and fingerprinting.
• Reliable transportation to assigned school sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services under supervision.
• Support students in fine motor, sensory, self-care, and school participation.
• Collaborate with teachers on accommodations and supports.
• Track student progress and complete timely documentation.
• Communicate with supervising OT regarding progress and plans.

Skills

NBCOT certification (COTA)

WA OT license or eligibility

Education

Accredited OTA program graduate

Active WA OTA license or eligibility

Job description

Seattle, WA, 98118, US - Pediatric COTA Thrive Therapies Group

Address Seattle, WA

Compensation $65,000.00 - $75,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Contract freelancer

Industry Health medical and related

Highlights

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program
• NBCOT certification (COTA)
• Washington occupational therapy assistant license, or eligibility to get one

Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School-Based

Location: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bremerton, Washington

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, or PRN, W-2

Pay: $65,000-$75,000 per school year (full-time) or $38-$52 per hour (part-time/PRN)

Help students build independence, participation, and functional skills at school.

About Thrive Therapies Group

Thrive Therapies Group is a pediatric healthcare company focused on making schools more equitable and inclusive for students with disabilities. Thrive is growing its Washington team and hiring Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to support elementary and middle school students in the Seattle, Tacoma, and Bremerton areas.

In this role, you will work alongside Occupational Therapists and school teams to help students strengthen fine motor, sensory, self-care, and school participation skills.

What We Offer

• Full benefits and 401(k) match
• Paid CEUs and longevity bonus
• Full-time, part-time, or PRN flexibility
• Consistent school placements close to home
• Support from a supervising OT and an interdisciplinary team that includes SLPs, PTs, school psychologists, and educators
• AI-supported documentation tools that help draft notes for review so more time can be spent with students

What You'll Do

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed OT, following each student's IEP and treatment plan
• Support student development in fine motor, sensory, self-care, and school participation skills
• Collaborate with teachers on classroom strategies, accommodations, and supports
• Track student progress and complete timely session documentation
• Communicate regularly with the supervising OT regarding student progress and treatment plan updates

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Active Washington occupational therapy assistant license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Ability to pass required background check and fingerprinting
• Reliable transportation to assigned school sites

Preferred Experience

• Pediatric experience preferred
• School-based experience preferred
• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Join Thrive Therapies Group

Meaningful Student Impact

Help students participate more fully in their school day by building practical, functional skills that support independence and success.

Strong Clinical Support

Work under the guidance of a supervising OT and alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Flexibility and Consistency

Choose from full-time, part-time, or PRN opportunities while maintaining consistent school placements throughout the year.

Use documentation tools that streamline note-writing and help you spend more time focused on students.