Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is a multidisciplinary outpatient private practice seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide one‑on‑one treatment for children. The practice offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a traditional clinic setting and on a ranch that incorporates hippotherapy. Locations are in Norco and Corona, California.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy to children following documented treatment plans or protocols.
• Help patients achieve goals outlined in the treatment plan to increase independence in activities of daily living by administering therapeutic activities, exercises, and sensory skills.
• Document patient performance, including tallying data.
• Prepare therapy materials and equipment for use in therapy activities.
• Adapt or modify materials and equipment as determined by patient needs.
• Work in a variety of settings, including the clinic, ranch, or tele‑health services.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
• Collaborate with team members of other disciplines and administrative staff.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by staying informed of legislation and enforcing adherence.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Ensure continuation of the therapeutic plan after discharge by designing home exercise programs, instructing patients, families, and caregivers, and recommending or providing assistive equipment with the primary occupational therapist.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Compensation

The salary range varies based on experience, from $62,400 to $72,800 per year, with the opportunity to earn a weekly bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with a 4 % match
• Student loan contributions
• Accruing paid time off
• Six paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Productivity bonus structure
• Continuing education credits
• Weekly meetings with supervisor and department for ongoing support and collaboration
• Substantial in‑house opportunities for growth and development
• Casual Fridays
• Fun company events

Requirements

• Valid California COTA license
• Pediatric experience (a plus)
• Clear Livescan
• TB test
• CPR Healthcare Provider Card
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexibility
• Strong team‑player attitude
• Desire to continue growing as a professional
• Regularly stand, bend, stoop, lift, and move intermittently during shift
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lb
• Must be able to push or pull wheeled items over 100 lb