Occupational Therapy Assistant - Little Rock

Pediatrics Plus Job Board•Little Rock, AR

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Pediatrics Plus is seeking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to join their team and help empower children to conquer their world. Pediatrics Plus is a collaborative pediatric healthcare provider committed to helping children succeed through evidence-based therapy (ABA, OT, PT, and Speech), developmental preschool services, state-of-the-art facilities, specialized equipment, family support and education, and community investment.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people
Must be able to work with children birth to age 21 and their families
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Basic computer skills which includes a working knowledge of database, word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet software
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a very busy environment
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and other company documents
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of families or employees of organization
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
Current, unrestricted occupational therapy assistant license as approved by the Arkansas state licensing board
Current NBCOT certification

Responsibilities

Provides occupational therapy treatment services to children age 0-21 years as prescribed by a physician, based on the recommended number of units from evaluations and prescriptions.
Provides therapy services in a variety of settings including the developmental daycare and outpatient clinic.
Schedules children onto caseload by contacting the parent/guardian.
Provides documentation of all therapy services by locking and electronically signing weekly progress notes.
Updates and turns in efficiency reports weekly.
Updates schedule on the server.
Provides administration with updated credentials as needed.
Ensures that non-treatment time is reported to and approved by administration per policy. Enters all non-treatment time into deTASO.
Completes additional paperwork requirements in an accurate and timely manner as notified by administration. These requirements include, but are not limited to: Early Intervention paperwork (if needed).
Is available to provide occupational therapy services and other related duties (meetings, conferences, etc.) during the days and hours stipulated in the employment agreement.
Is available to children and families to ensure continuity of care and proper management of treatment.
Collaborates with administration and other disciplines to ensure quality services for children and families.
Participates in annual performance reviews for professional development and growth.
Provides feedback to administration regarding ways to enhance continued improvement of the company.
Responds positively to feedback concerning job performance.
Participates in Multidisciplinary conferences as needed.
Demonstrates continued growth in therapeutic skills through learning, knowledge and application.