Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy Inc•Corona, CA

8d•$66,650 - $79,040

About The Position

Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is seeking a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join its multidisciplinary outpatient private practice serving children in Norco and Corona. The practice provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a traditional clinical setting and at a ranch, where hippotherapy may be incorporated into comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans. Services may also be provided through telehealth. The role delivers direct occupational therapy to children in accordance with documented treatment plans and protocols, helping them build independence and reach therapy goals. The position involves preparing and adapting therapy materials and equipment, documenting patient performance, collaborating with clinicians across disciplines and administrative staff, and supporting families and caregivers with home exercise programs and assistive equipment in coordination with the primary occupational therapist. The practice emphasizes family-centered care, teamwork, inclusiveness, professional growth, and continuing education.

Requirements

Possess a valid California COTA license.
Have a clear Livescan.
Have a TB test.
Have a CPR Healthcare Provider Card.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility.
Be a strong team player.
Desire to continue growing as a professional.
Regularly stand, bend, stoop, lift, and move intermittently during the 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 and follow 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.
Document patient performance, including tallying data.
Prepare therapy materials and equipment for use in therapy activities.
Adapt or modify materials and equipment to meet patient needs.
Work in a variety of settings, which may include the clinic, ranch, or telehealth.
Communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
Collaborate with team members from other disciplines and with administrative staff.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
Contribute to team efforts and perform related duties as needed.
Support continuation of therapeutic plans after discharge by designing home exercise programs, instructing patients and families or caregivers, and recommending or providing assistive equipment in coordination with the primary occupational therapist.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

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