Pediatric OT Assistant — Shape Young Minds

CommUnityCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CommUnityCare in Austin, TX seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct pediatric care in an outpatient nonprofit clinic setting. You will implement treatment plans under supervision, document progress, and educate families on goals and care plans.

Responsibilities include collaboration with the OT team, maintaining safety and equipment, and staying current with pediatric care standards through continuing education.

Qualifications

• Complete Accredited OTA Program from AOTA certified school or pass NBCOT COTA exam.
• Active and unrestricted Texas license to practice as OTA.
• CPR certification through AHA or Red Cross, maintained during employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment to improve client occupational performance under supervision.
• Document patient progress in Epic per standards and timelines.
• Collaborate with OT team and attend meetings to enhance care.
• Educate caregivers on plan of care and progress.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and safe work area per standards.
• Stay current with pediatric practice knowledge and CE activities.

Skills

Consultation skills

Pediatric interventions

Communication skills

Time management

Clinical reasoning

Documentation (Epic)

Collaboration

Education

Accredited OTA Program

NBCOT COTA Exam

Tools

Epic

Job description

CommUnityCare in Austin, TX seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct pediatric care in an outpatient nonprofit clinic setting. You will implement treatment plans under supervision, document progress, and educate families on goals and care plans.

Responsibilities include collaboration with the OT team, maintaining safety and equipment, and staying current with pediatric care standards through continuing education.