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Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Outpatient Pediatrics Clinic (Des Moines)

Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy$45,000–$60,000/yrDes Moines, IAFull-Time - SalariedPosted 2mo ago

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About the job

Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy is a unique place with exceptional therapy professionals. Our company is well-established (founded in 1998) and continues to steadily grow because of our commitment to transforming lives and restoring hope through movement. Our growth is steady and consistent, especially with our pediatrics services.

We currently have a GREAT OPPORTUNITY for a CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA) to work on a full-time basis in our OUTPATIENT ORTHO/PEDIATRICS THERAPY CLINIC in Des Moines, IA. The OT clients we serve in this clinic includes both pediatrics clients with sensorimotor processing challenges and people of all ages with upper extremity orthopedic dysfunctions. We expect that the caseload, however, for this position will be mainly pediatrics, but upper extremity care could be combined to some degree if the candidate has a passion for both populations. Excellent mentorship from a highly skilled and well respected occupational therapy team is a valuable feature of this position.

Kinetic Edge commits itself to the following

  • Continuity of care – our treatments are very personal and provided by one provider or a close-knit team
  • Active treatments – our focus is on functional enhancement, therapeutic play, and manual skills, not passive modalities
  • Autonomy of practice – our therapist schedules are flexible to allow for a comfortable work/family balance
  • A lifetime of learning – we provide ample opportunities for continuing education, advanced education enhancement programs, and encourage unique skill development
  • The platinum rule – we treat others better than we expect to be treated

Our benefits allow you to grow professionally and clinically with:

  • Competitive salary with bonus-earning opportunities
  • A personalized mentorship process
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) package
  • Generous CEU & advanced education benefits for life-long learning
  • 401(k) plan with generous matching
  • Health savings account, dental/vision plans, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care accounts
  • Company paid disability and malpractice insurance plans
  • Company paid association and section memberships to stay involved and active in your profession
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Program

Join the team that exists outside the box and supports providers with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to do things differently than the norm. If you want to do what's best for your clients without being micromanaged, Kinetic Edge may be right for you. If you desire to work for a team that is committed to ensuring autonomy, mastery, and purpose, then look no further.

For more information, please email your inquiry, resume & references to:

Troy Vander Molen, PT, DPT

TroyVM@KineticEdgePT.com

641-780-6330

From Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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