Pediatric OT Assistant — Mentored, Flexible Schedule

Associates in Pediatric Therapy; Terre Haute (IN); Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Life & disability insurance

Company provided professional-liablity

Job summary

Associates in Pediatric Therapy seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to support children's daily living skills in Terre Haute. You will contribute to individualized therapy plans under supervision in a clinician-led team that puts kids and families first.

We offer a flexible schedule with potential work-from-home options, robust benefits including health coverage and a retirement plan, and mentoring from seasoned practitioners.

Qualifications

• An Occupational Therapy Assistant must have at least an Associates Degree from an accredited establishment and passed their exams administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Thorough understanding of pediatric occupational delays, causes and treatments.
• Excellent communication skills: oral and written.
• An individual who thrives on being part of a team, working alongside other disciplines, as needed.
• New grads are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed documentation of treatment provided, length of treatment and progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care set by an occupational therapist.
• Follow through on treatment and therapy plans to suit the individual needs of a diverse population of patients including short- and long-term goals.
• Educate patients, parents and caregivers about functional and self-care delays, causes and plan or treatment.
• Report patient progress and current status to appropriate parties including family members, caregiver or medical professional.
• Team with parent, caregiver or other therapists in a therapy session, as appropriate.
• Make appropriate referrals for additional patient services, as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Pediatric therapy knowledge

New grads welcome

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Associates in Pediatric Therapy seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to support children's daily living skills in Terre Haute. You will contribute to individualized therapy plans under supervision in a clinician-led team that puts kids and families first.

We offer a flexible schedule with potential work-from-home options, robust benefits including health coverage and a retirement plan, and mentoring from seasoned practitioners.