Pediatric Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA

Intermountain Health • Taylorsville, GA

1d • $29 - $45

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) assists an occupational therapist in developing and implementing occupational therapy treatments, procedures, and related activities for direct patient care. The position is part of a pediatric behavioral health team and works alongside occupational therapists and an interdisciplinary care team to support children and adolescents experiencing behavioral, emotional, developmental, and mental health challenges. The COTA helps implement individualized treatment plans that promote emotional regulation, coping skills, sensory processing, daily living skills, and functional independence, helping patients thrive at home, in school, and in their communities.

The role provides skilled occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, follows professional standards, maintains timely and accurate patient records and billing, communicates patient needs and progress, and participates in continuing education and quality improvement. The position also contributes to program development and marketing strategies. It is based at Primary Children's at Taylorsville in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The hourly range is $29.43–$45.39, with the actual rate dependent on experience.

Requirements

• Current Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the states where the employee works.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skills and experience with the target population of the job setting.
• Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Promote Intermountain Health's mission, vision, values, and service standards.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, following professional standards and practices for relevant patient groups.
• Meet established productivity standards for the department or service line.
• Maintain thorough and timely patient records in accordance with regulations and facility policies, and complete billing accurately and promptly.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals; communicate patient assessments, progress, and concerns to the occupational therapist.
• Support smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services.
• Participate in and promote continuing education opportunities and pursue learning consistent with licensure requirements.
• Engage in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improved clinical outcomes, patient access and experience, and the Intermountain Operating Model; participate in utilization review audits.
• Contribute to occupational therapy program development and marketing strategies to support department goals.
• Help implement individualized treatment plans promoting emotional regulation, coping skills, sensory processing, daily living skills, and functional independence.

Benefits

• The employer describes a generous benefits package covering programs intended to support caregivers' well-being across health, security, connection, and engagement; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed