Pediatric COTA - Collaborative Outpatient Therapy for Kids

Siskin; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Siskin is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for our outpatient pediatric therapy team in Chattanooga. You will collaborate with OT staff to implement patient-centered plans for children with developmental needs and sensory processing differences.

Ideal candidates are energetic, team-focused, and dedicated to helping children participate meaningfully in daily activities. Pediatric experience is preferred, and flexibility is valued to support clinic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Specific skills and knowledge of occupational therapy intervention techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Organize and prioritize work & manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Deliver engaging, evidence-based therapy sessions in alignment with established goals.
• Accurately document treatment sessions, progress, and patient response in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding home programming and progress updates.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (OT, PT, SLP, and support staff) to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with state practice acts, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and clinic initiatives.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Occupational therapy knowledge

Education

OT Assistant degree

COTAlicensure or eligibility

CPR certification

Pediatric experience

Special needs experience a plus

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our outpatient pediatric therapy team. The COTA will collaborate closely with Occupational Therapists to implement individualized treatment plans for children with developmental delays, sensory processing differences, neurological conditions, and other special needs.

Pediatric experience is preferred. The ideal candidate is energetic, collaborative, and passionate about helping children achieve meaningful participation in their daily lives.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Deliver engaging, evidence-based therapy sessions in alignment with established goals
• Accurately document treatment sessions, progress, and patient response in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with families regarding home programming and progress updates
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (OT, PT, SLP, and support staff) to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain compliance with state practice acts, ethical standards, and organizational policies
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and clinic initiatives
• Regular and consistent attendance

This role is intended to be flexible and adaptive. Any and all duties as assigned over time may be required to support organizational needs.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current state licensure (or eligible for licensure) as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Current CPR Certification, or ability to become certified
• Pediatric experience preferred
• Special needs experience a plus

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Specific skills and knowledge of occupational therapy intervention techniques
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Organize and prioritize work & manage time effectively