Occupational Therapy Assistant - Arkansas

Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic individual looking to positively impact the life of children with special needs? At Pediatrics Plus, you can do just that! We are currently seeking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our team of highly qualified professionals that share our vision of Empowering Children to Conquer their World!

Pediatrics Plus is a highly collaborative pediatric healthcare provider. We are committed to helping children succeed in all stages of life through evidence-based therapy (ABA, OT, PT, and Speech) and developmental preschool services, state of the art facilities, specialized equipment, family support and education, and community investment.

Compensation

Paid Time Off,

Benefits

, and 401K Training Development Personal Growth Leadership Opportunities Supportive interdisciplinary work environment

What You Will Do

: The COTA provides occupational therapy treatment services to children age 0-21 years as prescribed by a physician, based on the recommended number of units from evaluations and prescriptions. This role will also be responsible for the following under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist: Provides therapy services in a variety of settings including the developmental daycare and outpatient clinic. Schedules children onto caseload by contacting the parent/guardian.

Provides documentation of all therapy services by locking and electronically signing weekly progress notes. Updates and turns in efficiency reports weekly. Updates schedule on the server.

Provides administration with updated credentials as needed. Ensures that non-treatment time is reported to and approved by administration per policy. Enters all non-treatment time into deTASO.

Requirements

in an accurate and timely manner as notified by administration.

) during the days and hours stipulated in the employment agreement. Is available to children and families to ensure continuity of care and proper management of treatment. Collaborates with administration and other disciplines to ensure quality services for children and families.

Participates in annual performance reviews for professional development and growth. Provides feedback to administration regarding ways to enhance continued improvement of the company. Responds positively to feedback concerning job performance.

Participates in Multidisciplinary conferences as needed. Demonstrates continued growth in therapeutic skills through learning, knowledge and application. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What you have: Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people Must be able to work with children birth to age 21 and their families Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Basic computer skills which includes a working knowledge of database, word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet software Ability to handle multiple tasks in a very busy environment Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and other company documents Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of families or employees of organization Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.