Bilingual Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Carolina Pediatric Therapy•Hendersonville, NC

About The Position

Carolina Pediatric Therapy is seeking a bilingual Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who is looking for more than just a full schedule and paperwork. They offer protected time for collaboration, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team environment. The practice focuses on providing integrated services for children from birth through age 21, believing that supported clinicians lead to higher quality care. The role emphasizes focusing on clinical work, with built-in systems for efficient documentation and protected time for planning and collaboration. Clinicians have access to mentorship, staff development, specialty training, continuing education support, and a clear career advancement pathway. The position involves working within a truly interdisciplinary team, including Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, and Behavioral Health Clinicians, to create comprehensive care plans. Flexible clinical opportunities are available, including clinic-based therapy, daycare visits, school-based services, home visits, community-based services, and telehealth, allowing for a customized caseload and career path.

Requirements

Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency
Training in evidence-based interventions

Nice To Haves

Pediatric experience
Feeding experience
Two or more years of clinical experience

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat a wide variety of communication disorders using engaging, evidence-based interventions.
Support meaningful participation in everyday life for children.
Build strong partnerships with families.
Deliver individualized, child-centered therapy.
Collaborate across disciplines.
Expand clinical expertise.
Create meaningful, lasting impact in the community.