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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Fulton County Schools
Atlanta, United States
Job Descrption
Summary
Works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to facilitate the development of fine motor and self help skills for students receiving occupational therapy services.Essential Duties
- Provides therapy per IEPs under the direction of the OTR/L
- Collects data on therapy progress and, in consultation with OTR/L completes progress reports according to IEP
- Adjusts or modifies therapy plan based on therapy data
- Reviews plans and schedules with the OTR/L on a regular basis
- Consults, as appropriate, with the building principal or OTR or other appropriate management before initiating any procedures or changes not previously approved
- Communicates with school staff regarding students as appropriate
- Provides occupational therapy services on interim basis for OTR/L on leave or vacant OTR positions
- Completes all local, state, and federal reports as assigned
- Documents services for Medicaid billing
- Attends District-wide staff meetings and trainings
- Follows the policies, rules, and procedures as appropriate to which regular OTR/L are subject
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Required Education
Associate’s Degree from an accredited COTA program at a technical or community college, college, or universityCertification/Licensure
Must hold current licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant by the State of GeorgiaExperience Qualifications
Two (2) years of clinical or school-based pediatric experience is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare
- Demonstrated ability to manage classroom environment
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Demonstrated ability to work with personal and confidential information
- Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
- Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with District and school personnel, the general public, and work with diverse groups of people
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Working Conditions
- Classroom environment
Physical Demands
- Routine physical activity associated with classroom environment
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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