Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Available

Full-time or Part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

First Step Therapy is currently seeking a COTA to join our growing multidisciplinary team in Kissimmee treating clients with a variety of diagnoses ranging from age 0-21 years old within their natural environment. We provide services in schools, daycares, ABA centers, PPECs, and homes. First Step Therapy believes in therapist autonomy and allows providers to choose the setting(s) that best aligns with their skill set.

W2 and 1099 positions available

Flexible schedule and great benefits!

Paid training and mentorship provided for new therapists.

Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance

Continuing Education, Licensure, and Professional Liability Reimbursement

80 hours PTO with increases at 3 and 5 years of employment

6 paid Holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) collaborate with occupational therapists to develop and carry out a treatment plan for each patient. Occupational therapy assistants work with patients that have developmental delays, teaching them functional skills to improve independence. Assistants monitor and document progress throughout the treatment period.

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Level II fingerprinting background

Driver’s License

Professional Liability Insurance

Ability to physically assist patients in performing functional tasks and therapeutic exercises

1 year pediatric experience (preferred)

1 year feeding therapy experience (preferred)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Provide OT services (treatment) to the patients

Following treatment plan set by evaluating therapist

Caregiver education

Assisting evaluating therapist in developing appropriate treatment plan at re-evaluation

Company info: -therapy.com

Keywords: OTA, COTA, pediatrics, home health, community based, school based, (Kissimmee, (Osceola)