Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA jobs-in Olympia,WA,US

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Olympia, WA

Setting: Pediatric Outpatient | In-Person

Schedule: Monday-Friday | Flexible Scheduling

Job Summary:

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, ethical, and dedicated Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to join a growing pediatric therapy team.

The team provides family-centered, collaborative care focused on helping children build independence, confidence, communication skills, and foundational abilities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Occupational Therapist (OT)

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric OT evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one, play-based therapy.
• Address sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine motor coordination, visual-motor skills, motor planning, strengthening, ADLs, executive functioning, and school readiness.
• Support feeding challenges within scope of practice.
• Monitor and document patient progress.
• Provide parent coaching and home strategies.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, SLPs, PTs, educators, and other providers.
• Provide oversight and mentorship to COTAs.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of an OT.
• Implement individualized treatment plans.
• Support fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, motor planning, self-help, and functional skills.
• Support emotional regulation and developmental needs.
• Monitor and document patient progress.
• Provide family education and support.
• Collaborate with OTs and other providers.
• Maintain accurate, HIPAA-compliant documentation.

Education, Licensure, and Experience

Occupational Therapist (OT)

• Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
• Active Washington State OT license.
• NBCOT certification.
• A few years of experience preferred.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• New graduates are not being considered for the OT position.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

• Current COTA certification.
• Applicable Washington State credentials/licensure.
• A few years of experience preferred.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Reliable, ethical, and willing to learn.

Benefits

• Collaborative and family-centered work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and mentorship.

For more information, please reach out to Lara Clark at 469-294-9475 or email [email protected].