About this opportunity
LAURALEES SPEECH THERAPY LLC lists this Occupational Therapist Assistant opportunity in mesa, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits:
n401(k) matching
nCompetitive salary
nFlexible schedule
nBenefits/Perks
nCompetitive Compensation
nGreat Work Environment
nMake your own schedule
nJob Summary We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team! Are you tired of being just a number within a company? Not feeling valued or appreciated as a therapist? Lauralee’s Speech Therapy, LLC is a small, family-oriented agency that prioritizes both the clients we serve and the therapists who support them.
nWe offer competitive pay, regular bonuses for purchasing therapy materials, license and CEU reimbursement, and more. As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will work closely with a supervising Occupational Therapist to implement individualized plans of care and provide meaningful, functional therapy in natural environments.
nOur client population includes members of the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) with diagnoses such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, and other long-term conditions. Experience working with this population is required. Services are provided in members’ homes, so comfort with a mobile, community-based setting is essential.
nThe ideal candidate has feeding experience, strong time management skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of occupational therapy principles and best practices.
nYou will have the flexibility and autonomy to build your own schedule and caseload—whether you prefer part-time (as few as 15 clients) or full-time (30+ clients), the choice is yours.
nResponsibilities
nRead, understand, and implement established plans of care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
nAssist patients with adaptive equipment, therapeutic exercises, and development of daily living skills
nSupport communication, care coordination, and collaboration with supervising therapists and team members
nProvide feedback and input on patient progress and care plans
nMaintain accurate, timely documentation of services, progress, and changes in status
nQualifications
nCurrent Arizona license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (required)
nMinimum of 2 years of direct therapy experience (required)
nExperience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (DDD population) required
nFeeding experience preferred
nStrong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
nExcellent time management and organizational skills
nCPR/First Aid certification
Worksite address
mesa, AZ, 85123, US
Who can apply
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