Little Peach Pediatric Therapy Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Montgomery, AL · Prattville, AL · Full time Company website

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Little Peach Pediatric Therapy is primarily responsible for delivering high-quality, individualized therapy that helps children reach their fullest potential. This role brings clinical skill and genuine heart together: implementing treatment plans, supporting meaningful developmental goals, and showing up every day for the kids and families we serve. A COTA/L plays a vital role in our multidisciplinary team, partnering alongside occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and behavioral health providers to deliver whole-child care that actually moves the needle.

About Little Peach Pediatric Therapy

At Little Peach, we exist to champion the next generation through play, creativity, and evidence-based care. We hope this is where your skills and passion meet. We're working to change children's trajectories, and we hope you're a part of it.

Description

Our therapy team is the heartbeat of our clinic. Through your role of implementing, supporting, and collaborating, you'll directly shape the developmental trajectories of children across Central Alabama. Every session, every goal, every home plan you send home is a ripple effect, and we can't wait to see the impact you'll make.


What You'll Do

  • Implement occupational therapy activities as directed by your supervising Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
  • Carry out individualized treatment plans and goals developed by the supervising OTR/L, bringing energy and intention to every session
  • Provide direct therapy services in a clinic-based setting, grounded in evidence-based strategies and under OTR/L supervision
  • Collect and record accurate session data to track and monitor patient progress
  • Communicate with families and caregivers, including progress updates and home plans to support carryover — because what happens between sessions matters just as much
  • Collaborate with therapy team members to deliver cohesive, interdisciplinary care
  • Follow supervision guidelines and maintain clear, consistent communication with your supervising OTR/L
  • Monitor client progress and support appropriate discharge planning
  • Refer clients to additional professionals as clinically indicated
  • Complete documentation in a timely manner:
  • Daily notes: due within 24 hours of the appointment
  • Evaluations & re-evaluations: due within 2 weeks of the evaluation date
  • Discharges: due within 2 weeks of the last appointment
  • Tidy, disinfect, and maintain your treatment space and shared clinic areas between sessions
  • Supervise students as applicable
  • Maintain your Alabama OTA license, NBCOT certification, and all continuing education requirements
  • Contribute to clinic growth initiatives during clinical development time, including content creation in partnership with our Marketing Manager, Teachers Pay Teachers materials, blog posts, family resources, and more


Who You Are

  • You lead with empathy and show up for your patients and their families with patience, understanding, and kindness
  • You are a clear, proactive communicator who keeps families, caregivers, and teammates all on the same page
  • You are highly organized and take pride in documentation that's accurate, timely, and thorough
  • You thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and genuinely enjoy working alongside other disciplines
  • You bring energy and creativity to the treatment room — because play is the work
  • You have a growth mindset and are committed to continuing education and clinical excellence
  • Previous experience in pediatric settings is preferred, but passion and intentionality go a long way here


Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Alabama OTA license (or eligibility for licensure)
  • NBCOT Certification
  • Ability to pass a background check, reference check, and drug screening
  • Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
  • A patient, energetic, and professional demeanor


Benefits We Offer

  • 401(k) Enrollment
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Professional Liability Insurance Coverage
  • Paid Time Off
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • CEU Stipend and in-house advancement opportunities
  • Dedicated Mentorship
  • Flexible, family-centered work environment


Learn more about our mission and values here