Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant

Associates In Pediatric Therapy LLC • Shepherdsville, KY

3h

About The Position

Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide individualized care to pediatric patients in a supportive, team-oriented environment. APT emphasizes client-focused care, diverse caseloads, family-first treatment, and clinician-led support. Mentorship is available to both new graduates and experienced therapists, and work-from-home is available as part of flexible scheduling.

The COTA works under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help patients address disorders that prohibit or delay self-care and to improve independence in daily living skills. The PTA treats patients under physicians’ orders and in collaboration with a supervising physical therapist. Both roles follow individualized treatment plans, document care and progress, educate patients and caregivers, and communicate patient status to relevant parties.

Requirements

• COTA candidates must have at least an associate degree from an accredited institution and pass examinations administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• COTA candidates must have a thorough understanding of pediatric occupational delays, their causes, and treatments.
• Candidates must hold an applicable, current, unrestricted license.
• PTA candidates must have an associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• All candidates must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• All candidates should thrive as part of a team and work alongside other disciplines as needed.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• COTA: Treat patients under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist to enhance independence in daily life skills.
• COTA: Document treatment provided, treatment duration, and progress toward outcomes in the Occupational Therapist’s plan of care.
• COTA: Follow treatment plans tailored to patients’ individual needs, including short- and long-term goals.
• COTA: Educate patients, parents, and caregivers about functional and self-care delays, their causes, and treatment plans.
• COTA: Report patient progress and current status to families, caregivers, or medical professionals, as appropriate.
• COTA: Work with parents, caregivers, or other therapists during therapy sessions, as appropriate.
• COTA: Make referrals for additional patient services, as needed.
• PTA: Treat patients under physicians’ orders and in collaboration with a supervising physical therapist.
• PTA: Assist with documenting treatment provided, treatment duration, and progress toward outcomes in the plan of care.
• PTA: Follow the physical therapist’s recommended treatment plans, tailored to individual patients’ needs and short- and long-term goals.
• PTA: Prepare therapy materials or equipment and adapt or modify them to meet patients’ needs and abilities.
• PTA: Help educate patients, parents, and caregivers.
• PTA: Report patient progress and status to families, caregivers, or medical professionals, as appropriate.

Benefits

• Mentorship for new graduates and experienced therapists.
• Flexible scheduling; work from home is available.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid time off.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Company-provided professional liability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree