Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Pediatric)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Burlington, MA

1d•$33 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join its multi-disciplinary team. The COTA will provide high-quality services for children with sensory integration, sensorimotor, motor, feeding, and developmental disorders under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, utilizing Cortica’s Whole Child Approach. Cortica is a rapidly growing healthcare company focused on effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences, aiming to deliver life-changing care and cultivate the full potential of every child. The company values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, ensuring equal rights and respect for all individuals. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and ability to perform job responsibilities.

Requirements

Hold a current and unrestrictive license for Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
Have first aid/CPR training or the ability to obtain.
Have a tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
Can complete safety training within the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and co-treat therapy sessions as appropriate under the supervision of a licensed OT.
Provide therapeutic services in-person in the clinic setting and via telehealth, as clinically appropriate.
Accurately complete documentation in accordance with Cortica’s designated time frames.
Provide neurodiversity affirming interventions that are both play-based and goal-based.
Facilitate functional and child-led experiences to target and achieve individualized goals.
Utilize transdisciplinary care strategies and supports to help the individual engage in occupations and activities of daily living.
Collaborate with the individual and family to understand their values, interests, and goals.
Implement programming that considers all aspects of the child, inclusive of, but not limited to sensory, motor, cognitive, communicative, recreational, and social activities.
Educate patients, families, team members, and caregivers on strategies and generalization activities that complement treatment.
Attend and participate in transdisciplinary rounds, care collaboration meetings, collaborative workshops, site meetings, as well as discipline specific trainings.
Follow Cortica crisis and emergency procedures, including de-escalation strategies, first aid strategies and mandated reporting.
Utilize software and systems, including electronic medical record (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office products, to efficiently manage documentation, reporting, and communication tasks.