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COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rush Kids Pediatric Therapy, Crystal Lake, IL, United States


Position:

Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Location:

Crystal Lake, IL

Schedule:

Part or Full Time

Compensation:

$24.00-29.00 per hour

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team!

We evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from sensory processing, emotional regulation, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, visual motor deficits and more.

You will play an integral role in collaborating with other professionals to help our pediatric patients reach their goals and learn new skills. Come join us and make a positive difference in the life of a child!

We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Benefits

Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition

Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications

Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings

Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection

Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt

Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Responsibilities

Detail-Oriented: Observe, note and report on the progress of long and short-term treatment goals and ensure proper documentation of patient care.

Education: Teach patients new ways of approaching tasks and how to break down activities into achievable components.

High Standard of Care: Maintain professional standards through compliance with quality assurance policies/procedures and applicable regulations and corporate policies

Personalized Treatment: Under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist, optimize patients’ functional abilities and skills.

Qualifications

Graduate of an ACOTA accredited occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program

State COTA license (or license eligible)

CPR certification

Valid state driver’s license

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