• Clover Park COTA - School Earn $45 Hrly

    Amergis (Lakewood, WA)


    Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, theCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy servicesincluding treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, anddocumentation to students in the school setting.

     

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    Benefits Available: Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K

     

    Pay - $45 hourly

     

    Weekly Hours - 35 hours

    Duration: 20 weeks

    I nterested? [email protected]/Call-Text (813)-261-5522

    Minimum Requirements:

    + Current certification or licensure as an OccupationalTherapy Assistant in the state of practice

    + Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational TherapyAssistant required

    + One (1) year of experience as an Occupational TherapyAssistant preferred

    + Pediatric experience preferred

    + Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

    + Current CPR if applicable

    + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

    + Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

    + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

    + Must be at least 18 years of age

    COTA

    1. Assist the occupational therapist in conducting observations and/or screenings of students with physical/motor disabilities using formal or informal procedures.

    2. Assist therapist in administering therapy testing protocols.

    3. Assist in recording and documenting observations and/or screening results.

    4. Work in cooperation with the occupational therapist to maintain an appropriate record-keeping and

     

    reporting system.

     

    5. Design and implement therapeutic activities based upon goals and objectives in student's IEP records.

    6. Establish schedule and proceed with service delivery and other assigned duties.

    7. Independently travel to school sites delivering occupational therapy services

    8. Provide direct occupational therapy services for individual students, or groups of students, based on the

     

    goals and objectives established by the occupational therapist.

     

    9. Use professional judgment in modifying functional techniques of therapeutic activities within the

     

    established Therapy Plan.

     

    10. Locate and prepare specialized therapy materials and equipment for student use. Maintain therapy

     

    equipment, assemble and modify adaptive equipment, and prepare equipment inventory lists and update

     

    as necessary.

     

    11. Document intervention procedures and results using appropriate forms.

    12. Compile data, records, and work samples for preparation of reports, IEP’s, assessments, and

     

    conferences.

     

    13. As a member of the motor team, participate in the school District's comprehensive planning process

     

    for the education of children with special needs.

     

    14. Provide information and establish relationships with school personnel, parents, and non-school

     

    agencies to promote the education of students with physical/motor disabilities. Participate in training

     

    sessions for staff and families.

     

    15. Participate in professional growth continuing education opportunities as required by established state

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    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.