Clinical Assistant
Job description:
Join a team that truly values you — where great work starts with a great workplace. We offer exceptional benefits, flexible schedules that fit your life, and genuine support for your personal and professional growth. Schedule an interview to see why our team loves where they work!
Job Overview:
$17-$20/hour
Clinical Assistant – Pediatric Outpatient Therapy Clinician
Do you love working with kids, staying active, and being part of a positive, supportive team? Our pediatric outpatient therapy clinic is looking for a Clinical Assistant to help keep our days running smoothly and our clinic feeling fun, safe, and welcoming for the children and families we serve.
This is a great opportunity for someone interested in pediatric healthcare, therapy, or education who wants hands-on experience in a playful, purpose-driven environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Help set up and clean up therapy rooms so sessions run smoothly
- Assist therapists during sessions (play-based activities, materials, transitions)
- Escort children to and from therapy spaces and support positive transitions
- Clean and sanitize toys and equipment (yes, we play hard and clean well!)
- Keep treatment areas organized, safe, and kid-friendly
- Support clinic flow, check-in/check-out, and daily operations
- Follow HIPAA, safety guidelines, and clinic policies
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience working with children preferred (daycare, camp, babysitting, teaching assistant, etc.)
- A positive, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
- Someone who can take direction, jump in where needed, and keep things moving
- An interest in pediatric therapy, healthcare, or education is a big plus
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to be on your feet, move around the clinic, and engage in active play
- Ability to sit on the floor and interact with children
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- A fun, upbeat, and supportive team culture
- Hands-on experience in a pediatric therapy setting
- Training and mentorship from licensed clinicians
- Flexible scheduling
If you’re energetic, kind, and excited to make a difference in kids’ lives, we’d love to meet you! Apply today.
Daily Activities for Clinical Assistant (CA)
Start of Day / Clinic Opening
- Prepare therapy rooms for the day by setting up treatment spaces with toys, materials, and equipment per therapist preferences
- Check daily schedule and note room assignments and high-need transitions
- Ensure all therapy rooms are stocked (gloves, wipes, paper towels, tissues, etc.)
During Therapy Sessions
- Escort children to/from the therapy rooms
- Support end of session transitions (clean up, goodbye routines)
- Sit with a child briefly if a therapist needs to finish documentation or use the restroom
- Assist therapists during sessions as directed (play activities, materials, behavior support, prep/cleanup for feeding sessions)
- Monitor toy usage and rotate/swap materials as needed from clinicians
- Help de-escalate mild behaviors using clinic-approved strategies
- Grab materials mid-session so therapists don’t leave the room
- Take session data
Between Sessions
- Clean and sanitize toys, tables, mats, and equipment
- Reset therapy rooms for the next child
- Organize materials and return items to proper storage
- Communicate with therapists about room needs or upcoming transitions
Clinic Organization & Maintenance
- Keep treatment rooms, gym areas, and common spaces tidy throughout the day
- Monitor supply levels and notify leadership of low or missing items
- Assist with mini dishwasher/feeding supplies
- Help maintain organization of toy closets, cabinets, and storage areas
- Help prep materials for upcoming sessions or groups
- Assist with themed weeks, holiday activities, or clinic events
- Support new hires by modeling clinic routines
- Take on small organizational projects (toy labeling, material sorting, etc.)
- Preparing visual schedules or simple data sheets (as directed)
End of Day / Clinic Closing
- Deep clean and sanitize therapy spaces and shared areas
- Reset rooms for the next day
- Take out trash and recycling
- Restock supplies as needed
- Assist with closing procedures as assigned
Professional Responsibilities
- Follow HIPAA and confidentiality guidelines at all times
- Communicate clearly with therapists and front desk staff
- Attend required trainings, meetings, or in-services
- Follow clinic policies, safety procedures, and supervision guidelines
- Jump in proactively without being asked
Work Location: In person