(COTA) Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant - Outpatient

Agape Pediatric Therapy; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Student loan payments

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Simple IRA retirement with match

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

A pediatric therapy clinic in Richland is hiring a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their collaborative team. This role offers flexibility in scheduling, opportunities for professional growth, and a variety of perks including medical insurance and a relocation bonus. Candidates must hold a relevant license and are expected to provide treatment under the supervision of an OT while maintaining patient confidentiality. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a supportive and joyful environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Washington state Occupational Therapy Assistant license or be willing to obtain it.
• Ability to document clearly and concisely.
• Experience in providing therapeutic treatment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic treatment under supervision of an OT.
• Collaborate across disciplines.
• Meet weekly with the supervising OT regarding patient progress.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Patient confidentiality

Education

Washington state Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Job description

About Us

Agape Pediatric Therapy is hiring a full or part-time Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our joyful, collaborative, and growing team. Agape is a therapist-owned and locally run pediatric outpatient therapy clinic in Richland, WA.

We provide Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Speech Language Pathology (SLP) services for children of all ages and conditions living in the Tri‑Cities (Richland, Kennewick and Pasco). Agape has been voted BEST Pediatric Therapy clinic in Tri‑Cities three years in a row.

Our Mission

Love kids, give hope, and grow brighter tomorrows.

Our Values

Our positive culture comes from the heart. We love kids, love what we do, and strive to live out our values: love, joy, excellence, accountability, integrity, and teamwork.

We Offer

• Flexible schedule (full or part-time)
• Student loan payments paid quarterly
• Sign on bonus
• Potential to earn weekly bonus
• Pre‑scheduled and paid paperwork time
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance paid at 80%
• Simple IRA retirement with 3% match
• 7 paid holidays per year2 floating holidays per year
• PTO starts at 11 days per year, up to 18 days per year based on tenure
• CEUs
• Relocation bonus up to $1000 for out‑of‑town applicants
• Mentorship, collaboration, and growth
• Fun and supportive work culture
• The BEST co‑workers ever!

Some of Our Perks

• Our new building has 3 sensory gyms, 16 private treatment rooms, and an outdoor play space.
• The King of Swings, Sensory Digest, designed our swing structure and OT gym – complete with lycra layers, a zip line, and tons of swings.
• Award‑Winning Team
  • Tri‑Cities Chamber of Commerce “Business on a Roll Award” – 2024
  • Tri‑City Herald “BEST Pediatric Therapy Clinic” – 2023, 2024 & 2025

Qualifications

Must hold a current Washington state Occupational Therapy Assistant license. If out of state or a new graduate not yet licensed, must be willing to obtain a WA COTA license.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic treatment under supervision of an OT.
• Meet weekly with your supervising OT regarding patient progress, concerns, and treatments.
• Develop and train caregivers in home program.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Document clearly and concisely.
• Collaborate across disciplines.
• Attend team meetings.
• Manage time efficiently and follow schedule.
• Maintain active WA state licensure and complete all required CEUs.
• Support clinic culture and mission.

Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Please do not contact us regarding this position. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

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