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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant

Role overview

Summary

This role focuses on providing individualized therapy to children, enhancing their independence in daily life skills. At Associates in Pediatric Therapy, you will collaborate with a supportive team to deliver client-focused care tailored to diverse patient needs.

Qualifications

  • Associates Degree from an accredited establishment for Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Current, unrestricted license for Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Thorough understanding of pediatric occupational delays, causes, and treatments for COTA candidates.
  • Excellent communication skills: oral and written.
  • Preferred: Ability to work as part of a team alongside other disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Treat patients with disorders that delay self-care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist or supervising Physical Therapist.
  • Prepare detailed documentation of treatment provided and progress toward outcomes identified in the plan of care.
  • Educate patients, parents, and caregivers about functional and self-care delays and treatment plans.
  • Report patient progress and current status to appropriate parties.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Teamwork

About the company

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Associates in Pediatric Therapy

  • Medical Practices & Clinics
  • 201–500
Associates in Pediatric Therapy, LLC, is a family-focused pediatric therapy practice that has proudly served children with developmental delays since 2007. Our service area includes Kentucky, Tennessee and Indiana. Our staff of certified specialists and therapists treat pediatric patients for Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Behavioral Therapy. Our vision is to continue to grow and bring quality services to every child who has a need.

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Job description

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description

Making a difference and helping kids shine, one session at a time.

At Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT), we don’t just offer therapy, we build brighter futures through compassionate, individualized care. As a therapist with APT, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that puts kids and families first, all in a fun, energizing environment designed to help everyone thrive (including you!).

What Makes APT Different?

We do things differently, and it shows.

  • Client-Focused Care = No cookie cutter plans
  • Diverse Caseloads = Avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” approach
  • Family-First Mindset = We care for the whole child
  • Run by Clinicians = You’re never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do

Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Mentorship: Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship.
  • Flexible Schedules: Because life outside of work matters, too, work from home is available to you at APT!
  • Amazing Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance – we’ve got you covered.
  • Clinician Run Company: You’ll be supported by people who get the work you do.

What You’ll Do:

COTA:

Under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist, treat patients with disorders which prohibit or delay self-care to enhance independence for daily life skills.

  • 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

PTA:

  • Under physicians orders and in collaboration with supervising physical therapist, treat patients.
  • Assist with preparing detailed documentation of treatment provided, length of treatment and progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care.
  • Follow treatment and therapy plans recommended by physical therapist to suit the individual needs of a diverse population of patients including short- and long-term goals.
  • Prepares therapy material and/or equipment for use in therapy activities; adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by patients needs and abilities.
  • Help to educate patients, parents, and caregivers.
  • Report patient progress and status to appropriate parties including family members, caregiver, or medical professional.
Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

Our Ideal COTA Candidate Has:

  • 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
  • Hold an applicable and current, unrestricted license.

Our Ideal PTA Candidate Has:

  • Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
  • Hold an applicable and current, unrestricted license.

All Candidates:

  • 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!

See why we are proud to work at APT:

Watch the Video:

https://youtu.be/sAaIFxeMmaU

More info available at:

http://www.kidtherapy.org/careers

Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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