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Soliant Health
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Palatine, IL
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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$57,338 / year median in Illinois
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Category Schools - COTA Job Type Contract Step into a dynamic contract role supporting elementary students as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a maternity leave coverage assignment. This opportunity involves working onsite 3-4 days a week, with a schedule ranging from 21-28 hours weekly, from August 17 (or as soon as possible) through September 28. You'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality occupational therapy services to students, prioritizing both access and inclusion within self-contained autism programs. Bring your expertise and compassion into a collaborative school environment, working closely with special education staff and classroom teams to develop students' functional independence and participation aligned with their IEP goals. Each day, you'll help ensure students thrive, empowering them to reach important milestones in a supportive and engaging setting.