Occupational Therapy Assistant - Portland, Oregon, USA

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Amergis

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Portland, Oregon

Category: Education

Contract - Part Time

Job ID: 1010277

Work Setting: Schools

Contract Duration: 36 Weeks

Est. Pay: $960 / Week

Posted Date: 9/4/2025

Portland, Oregon

Work Setting: Schools

Category: Education

Contract Duration: 36 Weeks

Contract - Part Time

Est. Pay: $960 / Week

Job ID: 1010277

Posted Date: 9/4/2025

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Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant required One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Must be at least 18 years of age General Comments

Essential Job Details:

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with MESD – Wheatley School

Technical Skills Needed/Minimum Experience/Qualifications

– Preferred 1 year of schools experience

Positions Available:

1 opening

Start Date:

ASAP

Location:

Wheatley School

Length of Contract:

25-26 SY

Hours/Week (Paid/Unpaid Lunch):

Monday through Friday, 20 hours / week

0.5 FTE

Position Details (Age group, Caseload, Duties):

Note: This posting is for the COTA position at Wheatley school. Wheatley provides a positive and safe learning community that fosters student support in areas of social-emotional, behavior, communication, and sensory needs. Wheatley is a self contained special education setting. The environment can be chaotic and hectic with very high behaviors. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Provide direct instruction, following documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist. 2. Perform administrative record keeping, including documentation of services (may include Medicaid documentation) to be reviewed by the supervising Occupational Therapist. 3. Develop materials as requested by, and in collaboration with, the supervising Occupational Therapist. 4. Assist the Occupational Therapist in collecting and tallying of data, without interpretation. 5. Document student progress – without interpretation of findings – toward meeting established objectives as stated in the IEP/IFSP, and report this information to the supervising Occupational Therapist. 6. Assist with clerical duties as directed by the Occupational Therapist. 7. Perform checks and maintenance of equipment. 8. Participate with Occupational Therapist in research projects, in-service training, and public relations programs. 9. Conduct screenings without interpretation, utilizing screening protocols specified by the supervising Occupational Therapist. 10. Schedule activities and prepare charts, records, graphs or other displays of data. 11. Act as second-language interpreter during assessment, if applicable. 12. Maintain the confidentiality of information pertaining to students and their families. 13. Maintain satisfactory job attendance record. 14. Use district-mandated and approved personal safety techniques to avoid exposure and injury to self, students, and other staff. 15. Attend required meetings. 16. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Coordinator/Supervisor, or which are indicated to assure the physical and emotional well-being of students. 17. Adhere to policies of the district and procedures of the department and/or school site.

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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