Ridge Zeller Therapy is an SLP-owned, women-led business recognized as a top therapy company in AZ. For over 15 years, Ridge Zeller Therapy has been dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients in multiple settings including public and private schools, homes, and our private clinic.

We are seeking qualified candidates who are excited to be team members in our growing company of stellar professionals. We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for upward mobility and growth.

COTA Job Description

Occupational Therapist Assistants work with individuals who struggle to do everyday tasks because of poor motor skills to help clients to develop, recover, improve, and maintain the skills needed to perform independent daily living activities at home, at school, and in the community.

In all settings, COTA duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting screenings.
• Contribute to the OTR’s development of a client’s individualized plan of care.
• Planning and implementing evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and groups.
• Maintaining records of the occupational therapy program and preparing periodic reports as required (e.g., progress reports, treatment notes, etc).
• Adhering to established rules, regulations, laws, and appropriate ethical standards.
• Providing individualized treatment to improve motor skills, balance, and coordination.

In the clinic and home setting, COTA duties include, but are not limited to:

• Developing a home program for parents.
• Teaching and collaborating with parents and other providers to improve the client’s independence with daily living skills.

In the school setting, COTA duties include, but are not limited to:

• Attending meetings, such as Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings, Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) meetings, special education meetings, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Meeting with related school personnel to coordinate specific objectives for IEPs.
• Working cooperatively with school personnel to accomplish the goals and objectives of the identified students.
• Providing consultation to parents, teacher, and other appropriate school personnel
• Modifying classroom equipment to accommodate children with disabilities to particulate in school activities.

Qualifications / Expertise / Requirements:

• AZ Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License (COTA/L)
• AZ fingerprint clearance card
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation

Physical requirements, working conditions of position:

• Stationary position
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Ascend/Descend, Bending, Twisting, Reaching:
• Occasionally ascends/descends a step stool to stock/retrieve office supplies or therapy tools.
• Constantly ascending/descending, pushing/pulling in seated and on-the-floor therapy exercises.
• Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machines, such as copy machine, laminator, and printer.
• Shared workspace
• Must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a small workspace
• Communicate, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information
• The person in this position frequently communicates with staff regarding client therapy. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove
• Frequently moves therapy supplies weighing up to 25 pounds into the workroom onto shelves or storage space.
• Environmental Exposure:
• Frequently works with CDC-approved general cleaning/disinfecting products in an indoor space. (Examples include but are not limited to: Bleach/water, disinfecting wipes, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 (salaries dependent on experience)

Location: Multiple locations - Positions available in the East Valley, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek

Application Questions - Call Meghan Zeller, Co-Owner at 480-516-1860

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

Salaried Positions

• Consistent pay throughout school breaks and holidays
• Yearly raises

Health Insurance

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid designated company sponsored holidays
• Generous PTO
• Unused PTO Payout

Unlimited Professional Development

• Professional CEUs
• RZT sponsored CEU opportunities
• In-house training
• Mentoring and supervision

401K

• Safe-Harbor Match

Licensure/Certification & Dues

• Fingerprint Clearance Card
• DOH Credentials
• AOTA Dues for OTRs

Additional Insurance

• Professional Liability
• Long-term Disability
• $10,000 Life
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Assessments and Materials

• Core battery of assessments
• Any materials needed

Culture of Collaboration and Community

• Mentorship
• Collaboration
• Company Wide Team Builders
• Small Group Happy Hour and Team Builders
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Monthly Team Collaboration Meetings

Opportunities and Bonuses

• Longevity Bonuses
• Site Lead Stipends
• Bilingual Stipends
• Hard to fill Stipends
• Supervision Stipends
• Clinic or home-based clients
• Upward mobility and growth

Proprietary Resources

• Supervisor Training and Support
• Leadership Workshop
• Paperwork Compliance Reviews

Ridge Zeller Therapy provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Women-led organization
• Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups
• LGBTQ+ friendly workplace
• Age-inclusive

+++ Affirmative action plan/equal employer opportunity (AAP/EEO) statement outlining federal contractor requirements and practices and/or equal employer opportunity statement. This Occupational Therapist job opportunity in Arizona is nonexempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gilbert, AZ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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