Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant

Associates In Pediatric Therapy LLC • Elizabethtown, KY

3h

About The Position

Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) provides compassionate, individualized pediatric care in a supportive, clinician-run environment focused on children and families. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help patients with disorders that prohibit or delay self-care and to enhance independence in daily living skills. The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) treats patients under physicians’ orders and in collaboration with a supervising physical therapist. Both roles follow individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations, support progress toward short- and long-term goals, document treatment and patient progress, educate patients and families, and communicate status to appropriate parties. New graduates are welcome to apply. APT offers mentorship, flexible schedules, and work-from-home availability.

Requirements

• COTA: At least an associate degree from an accredited establishment.
• COTA: Pass the examinations administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• COTA: Thorough understanding of pediatric occupational delays, causes, and treatments.
• COTA and PTA: Hold an applicable, current, unrestricted license.
• PTA: Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• All candidates: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• All candidates: Ability to 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 with disorders that prohibit or delay self-care under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist, helping enhance independence in daily life skills.
• COTA: Prepare detailed documentation of treatment provided, treatment duration, and progress toward outcomes in the occupational therapist’s plan of care.
• COTA: Follow treatment plans suited to individual patient 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 family members, caregivers, or medical professionals as appropriate.
• COTA: Work with parents, caregivers, or other therapists in therapy sessions as appropriate.
• COTA: Make appropriate referrals for additional patient services as needed.
• PTA: Treat patients under physicians’ orders and in collaboration with a supervising physical therapist.
• PTA: Assist with detailed documentation of treatment provided, treatment duration, and progress toward outcomes in the plan of care.
• PTA: Follow physical therapist-recommended treatment plans suited to individual patient needs, including short- and long-term goals.
• PTA: Prepare therapy materials or equipment and adapt or modify them according to patients’ needs and abilities.
• PTA: Help educate patients, parents, and caregivers.
• PTA: Report patient progress and status to family members, caregivers, or medical professionals as appropriate.

Benefits

• Mentorship for new graduates and experienced therapists.
• Flexible schedules.
• Work-from-home availability.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Company-provided professional liability insurance.

What This Job Offers

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