Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants - Pediatrics

Summary

Part-time, 2-6 pm Monday-Thursday. Assist occupational therapists in providing neurodiversity-affirming therapy to children and young adults. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Requires formal training.

Duties

• Observe and record patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior and maintain this information in client records.
• Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs.
• Monitor patients' performance in therapy activities, providing encouragement.
• Select therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities.
• Instruct, or assist in instructing, patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, or the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Evaluate the daily living skills or capacities of neurodivergent children.
• Implement, or assist occupational therapists with implementing, treatment plans designed to help clients function independently.
• Report to supervisors, verbally or in writing, on patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior.
• Alter treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.
• Work under the direction of occupational therapists to plan, implement, or administer educational, vocational, or recreational programs that restore or enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments.
• Design, fabricate, or repair assistive devices or make adaptive changes to equipment or environments.
• Assemble, clean, or maintain equipment or materials for patient use.
• Teach patients how to deal constructively with their emotions.
• Perform clerical duties, such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, or documenting health insurance billings.
• Transport patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.
• Demonstrate therapy techniques, such as manual or creative arts or games.
• Order any needed educational or treatment supplies.
• Assist educational specialists or clinical psychologists in administering situational or diagnostic tests to measure client's abilities or progress.
• Communicate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals involved with the care of a patient.
• Attend continuing education classes.
• Attend care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Occupation Therapy Assisting
• COTA Certification
• Valid TN Driver's license
• Must pass a background check

About Us

Bodhi Learning Center is a pediatric clinical practice and private elementary school in Cordova, TN. BLC is growing and is the premier provider of neurodiversity-affirming clinical therapy and inquiry-based education in Shelby County, TN! Bodhi Learning Center is looking for motivated and skilled clinicians, teachers, and assistants to join our team. There are opportunities for career advancement and income growth!