Job Description
*Occupational Therapist Assistant(COTA/L)*
Do you want to be a child's *Superhero*? Kidz Therapy Zone is an independent outpatient clinic with a location in Chambersburg, PA and has expanded into the Carlisle, PA area. We are a community-focused outpatient clinic providing physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, developmental classes, and community events to children from birth to 21+ years of age. KTZ is proud of it's exceptional staff who works hard and is dedicated to results driven play based therapy.
*YOU WORK HARD...WE BELIEVE YOU SHOULD BE REWARDED!*
At KTZ we know our staff works hard. We believe that this hard work should be rewarded! As such, KTZ believes strongly in supporting our staff and provides a comprehensive benefits package.
*Position Summary*
Occupational Therapist Assistant(COTA/L) will be expected to plan, organize and conduct pediatric occupational therapy programs to facilitate growth in sensory-motor development. The COTA will administer occupational therapy treatments based on the OT's recommendations based on the child's level of function relative to age in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, sensory motor integration, sensory modulation, self-care and activities of daily living. The pediatric occupational therapist will assist in creating treatments based on goals and monitor progress for each child on their caseload. The therapist is expected to maintain thorough, up-to-date treatment notes on each client, and develop appropriate home programs for clients when applicable. The COTA is expected to facilitate developmental strategies for perceptual, motor and sensory improvement. This position requires independent clinical judgment, well- developed communication skills, and the ability to work well with co-workers and families.
*Position Qualifications*
*Minimum Education*
* Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy
* An active license to practice Occupational Therapy in the Commonwealth of PA
*Minimum Experience*
New grads are welcome to apply. Proficiency in conducting evaluations in pediatric clinic-based settings. Required skills include planning, administering, scoring and interpreting tests related to development in both sensory processing and motor coordination. Effective written and oral communication skills are required.
*Benefits:*
* *Medical insurance*
* *Employee assistance program*
* *STD*
* *Life insurance*
* *Paid time off*
* *Retirement plan and matching contributions*
* *Sick time*
* *Paid Holidays*
*Medical specialties:*
* *Pediatrics*
*Schedule:*
* *Monday to Friday*
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,