Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant professional for its OT/PT Program to work with clients throughout the Allegheny County. The AIU OT/PT supports public and private school entities throughout Allegheny County. We are looking for an experienced and motivated person to join our team of professionals who make a positive difference in childrens lives every day. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced professional environment this is the position for you. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Find a home at the AIU!

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the implementation of school based occupational therapy programs under the direction of a supervising Occupational Therapist.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Attend participate in and/or review information to discuss results of required evaluations and IEP reports.

1. Implement individual group classroom consultative services as appropriate to meet the needs of students in their educational programs.

1. Schedule students effectively efficiently to receive occupational therapy services.

1. Utilize best practices; evidence based research and appropriate materials to implement therapeutic services.

1. Consult with educational and other therapy staff parents regarding occupational therapy needs and services in school.

1. Maintain working student files in accordance with department procedures.

1. Complete all documentation within required timelines.

1. Prepare and complete ACCESS billing for eligible students.

1. Monitor and document student progress based on data collection information.

1. Submit current treatment schedules and updates as needed to administration.

1. Ensure and maintain student confidentiality and protect student data in accordance with HIPAA/FERPA regulations and AIU policy.

1. Demonstrate familiarity with use of email word documents excel and online IEP writing systems as required.

1. Advise AIU administrative staff of caseload trends district needs and specific student concerns in a timely manner.

1. Work collaboratively and in accordance with practice act and licensure regulations with supervising occupational therapist/s.

1. Attend staff meetings in-services and serve on staff committees as required.

Qualifications:

1. Valid PA Occupational Therapist Assistant License

1. Valid Occupational Therapist Assistant Degree

1. Pediatric school based experience preferred.

1. Excellent organizational skills initiative and an ability to work with limited supervision

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills

1. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word PowerPoint Access Excel and Outlook and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies

1. Ability and experience working as a member of a team

1. Self-motivator independent cooperative flexible creative and responsible

1. Ability to travel.

1. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy

Additional Requirements:

1. Current Act 114 Act 34 and Act 151 required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

1. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sitting for extended period of time

1. Lifting carrying pushing pulling 35 pounds

1. Ability to kneel crouch bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies

1. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner

1. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers

1. Hearing clearly

1. Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Program Director

Department: OT/PT Services

Salary: Hourly dependent on experience

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter resume and transcripts at send any questions to:

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ancestry religion sex sexual orientation age handicap or limited English proficiency in its educational programs services facilities activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975 Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act the Americans with Disabilities Act or any other applicable federal or state statute.