Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy Inc•Norco, CA

8d•$66,650 - $79,040

About The Position

Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is hiring a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for its multidisciplinary pediatric outpatient private practice in Norco and Corona, California. The practice provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a clinical setting and on a ranch, including hippotherapy as part of comprehensive, evidence-based care. The role focuses on helping children achieve therapy goals and greater independence while collaborating with families and colleagues across disciplines. The company offers employee support and training, continuing education, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Compensation ranges from $66,650 to $79,040 per year based on experience, with an opportunity to earn weekly bonuses.

Requirements

Valid California COTA license.
Clear Livescan.
TB test.
CPR Healthcare Provider Card.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility and strong teamwork skills.
Desire to continue professional growth.
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, lift, and move intermittently during a shift.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to push or pull wheeled items weighing over 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy to children according to documented treatment plans or protocols.
Help patients achieve treatment-plan goals and increase independence in activities of daily living through therapeutic activities, exercises, and sensory skills work.
Document patient performance, including tallying data.
Prepare therapy materials and equipment, and adapt or modify them to meet patient needs.
Work in a clinic, ranch, or telehealth setting as needed.
Communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
Collaborate with colleagues in other disciplines and with administrative staff.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Contribute to team efforts and perform related duties as needed.
Support continuation of the therapeutic plan after discharge by designing home exercise programs, instructing patients, families, and caregivers, and recommending or providing assistive equipment in coordination with the primary occupational therapist.
Follow company policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with a 4% match.
Student loan contributions.
Accruing paid time off.
Six paid holidays.
Paid sick days.
Productivity bonus structure and opportunity to earn weekly bonuses.
Continuing education credits.
Weekly meetings with a supervisor and department for ongoing support and collaboration.
In-house opportunities for growth and development and collaboration with the team.
Casual Fridays.
Company events.