Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

About us

Viiva Therapy is a pediatric therapy clinic specializing in the early intervention population of children identified with developmental delays ages 0-3. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary team includes occupational therapy, speech language pathology, physical therapy and infant stimulation services. Our team specializes in the areas of: developmental delays, feeding difficulties, neurodevelopmental diagnoses. You will be working alongside therapists who will be providing training and mentoring to quickly develop your professional and clinical skills. If you are looking for a flexible work environment where you can set the pace, but work closely with a team of seasoned therapists, please submit your resume on indeed.

Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
- Assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans
- Administer therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients' motor skills and functional abilities
- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and home exercise programs
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

Requirements:
- Valid certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Minimum of 1 full year working in early intervention
- Preferred prior experience working in feeding difficulties
- Strong knowledge of pediatric development
- Ability to work effectively with patients ages 0-3
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $44.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health
• Pediatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Early Intervention: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person