Job Description

Job Description

Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a full time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide school-based services to a local school district in Atglen, PA. 
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\n Program, Grades, and Caseload Information: District-wide coverage with experienced OT; covering all buildings potentially: Primary learning center, elementary school, intermediate school, Middle/high school
\n Schedule Information: M-F 8-3
\n Desired Start Date: 2025-08-25
\n Estimated End Date: 2026-06-30
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\n Perks: \n

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• PTS offers job stability and growth through advanced career opportunities.\n\t
• We offer competitive rates with reimbursement for documentation, meeting attendance, and report writing.\n\t
• This is a 1099 Independent contracting position, allowing for greater flexibility. \n\t
• PTS provides consistent on-site and off-site mentorship with Clinical Directors and Team Leaders.\n\t
• School-Based Academy: We provide the support and community a new School-Based therapist needs to feel comfortable and be successful.\n\t
• Lending Library: PTS recognizes the additional expense in providing evaluation materials. We have an extensive library of testing tools and assessments for therapists to borrow as needed.\n\t
• Access to our PTS Team website for support and resources for innovative programming, school and caseload stability, and team collaboration for professional growth.\n\t
• Access our group Facebook page to connect with other PTS therapists to share resources and updates.\n\t
• Robust Referral Bonus Program.\n\t
• Great company culture- supportive, collaborative, and fun team environment.\n

\n Responsibilities: \n\n

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• Screen, assess, and evaluate students using appropriate tests and assessment instruments under the supervision of an OTR.\n\t
• Plan and provide appropriate specialized therapy techniques through individual and/or group sessions designed to meet the educational needs of the student consistent with therapy goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).\n\t
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to develop Individual Education Plans.\n\t
• Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services.\n\t
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities.\n\t
• Provide consultative services to and involve parents in the therapy program of their child.\n\t
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required in accordance with federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy to include documentation for the need for equipment and materials.\n\t
• Meet the needs of all students effectively by working in partnership with other disciplines.\n\t
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy.\n\t
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of research, theories, and practices associated with therapy in the school-based setting.\n

\n Company Profile:
\nEach year the number of students receiving related services under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) changes and grows. The need for expert clinicians (like you!) to serve these students is the catalyst for PTS’s mission to deliver holistic, comprehensive, education-based therapy services. For over 20 years, PTS has partnered with Independent Contractors that share this same mission. Together we can change the way we help child access their full education and have reach their potential!
\n Qualifications: \n\n

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• Valid state license as a COTA\n\t
• Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances\n

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