Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant — Right Steps, LLC

Right Steps is seeking a compassionate, dependable Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide pediatric therapy under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting from an accredited program.
• Current, active South Carolina Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification.
• Knowledge of child development and therapeutic activities that support fine motor skills, sensory processing, coordination, play, and daily living skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with families, supervising therapists, and other members of the treatment team.
• Ability to complete accurate documentation within established deadlines.
• Successful completion of required background checks.

Primary Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate therapy to children.
• Record treatment data and communicate progress, concerns, and changes in functional performance to the supervising therapist.
• Educate caregivers on home activities consistent with the treatment plan.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and care coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism, developmental delays, sensory processing differences, or physical disabilities.
• Experience in a pediatric outpatient clinic.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and therapy documentation systems.
• New graduates with a strong interest in pediatrics are encouraged to apply.