Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / CLT

Do you love to help people? Do you want to be a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you wish your voice was heard at work?

If you answered yes to these questions, consider a career at Miller Vein.

COTA — SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Miller Vein is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ) to join our growing Swelling & Lymphedema Program in Southeast Michigan.

You do not need to be a Certified Lymphedema Therapist to apply. We will pay for your CLT certification training. If you're a licensed COTA who is excited to build a specialized skill set in lymphedema care, we'll invest in you and provide the training at no cost to you.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside Certified Lymphedema Therapists, physicians, and clinical staff in a physician-owned practice dedicated to improving the lives of patients suffering from lymphedema, lipedema, venous disease, chronic swelling, and related conditions. As demand for our services continues to grow, we are looking for a team-oriented clinician who builds strong patient relationships, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is excited to help expand access to care throughout Southeast Michigan.

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU

Fully paid CLT certification training: We cover the cost of your Certified Lymphedema Therapist training through an accredited program

Learn from experienced clinicians: Train alongside our Certified Lymphedema Therapist and physicians in a supportive, hands-on environment

Sharpen your skills on the job: Apply what you learn immediately with real patients, real mentorship, and real outcomes

Grow with a growing program: Build an in-demand clinical specialty as our Swelling & Lymphedema Program expands

RESPONSIBILITIES

Following completion of your CLT certification training, you will:

Perform Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and apply multi-layer compression bandaging as part of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) under the direction of the supervising OT/CLT

Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising OT/CLT for patients with lymphedema, lipedema, and related swelling conditions

Provide patient education on lymphedema management, swelling reduction, compression therapy, skin care, and long-term self-management strategies

Assist patients with compression garment fitting, donning/doffing instruction, and ongoing education

Support pneumatic compression device training and patient instruction

Monitor patient progress and communicate findings to the supervising OT/CLT and physicians

Document treatments and patient progress accurately and efficiently in the EMR

Assist with patient follow-up and ongoing care coordination

Travel between Miller Vein clinic locations throughout Southeast Michigan as needed

Serve as an active member of the clinical team by supporting clinic operations, patient flow, and other responsibilities necessary to deliver an exceptional patient experience

Participate in ongoing education and professional development opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Current Michigan COTA licensure

Commitment to completing CLT certification training (provided and paid for by Miller Vein)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-first approach

Strong organizational and time management abilities

Ability to work independently within a supervised practice model while collaborating effectively with the clinical team

Positive, team-first attitude and willingness to contribute wherever needed

Passion for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care

Preferred

Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) certification from an accredited program

Experience with Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and multi-layer compression bandaging

Experience working with lymphedema, lipedema, edema management, wound care, vascular medicine, or related specialties

Experience with compression garment fitting and patient education

Familiarity with EMR documentation platforms

Comfort working across multiple clinic locations

Company Background

Miller Vein is a unique healthcare company committed to improving lives, one vein at a time. But we're so much more than a vein clinic. We're a movement. A fast-paced, high-energy team working to make healthcare better for our patients, our teammates, and our communities.

Our patients regularly tell us their experience at Miller Vein wasn't just the best medical visit they've ever had, but one of the best customer service experiences they've ever received. That doesn't happen by accident. It happens because we hire people who genuinely care.

We've earned multiple Best Places to Work awards because we believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional teammates. We hire for attitude, kindness, and character. Skills can be taught. Genuine compassion cannot.

Our culture is built around six core values. Together, they spell HiTECH, reminding us that while we use advanced technology, it's our people who truly make the difference.

Humble Service – We put others first with genuine compassion and care.

Integrity – We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.

Teamwork – None of us performs as well as all of us.

Excellence – We pursue continuous improvement every day.

Can-do Positive Attitude – We embrace challenges with optimism, energy, and enthusiasm.

Happy to Go the Extra Mile – We love exceeding expectations for our patients and teammates.

We're a team of competitive, ambitious people working toward a bold vision: becoming the nation's leading provider of vein care by 2030. We believe the way to achieve that goal is by building the best-trained, happiest workforce imaginable. When our teammates thrive, our patients thrive. That's how we help more people and make an even greater impact.

Miller Vein Perks

Competitive pay

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Healthy work-life balance, including four-day weekends every other weekend for many clinic team members

No evening, weekend, or holiday work (almost never)

Paid office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day

Community service opportunities

Continuing education support

Positive, upbeat office environments where teammates take care of one another

Fun company outings

What Success Looks Like at Miller Vein

Lead with kindness, compassion, and authenticity.

Deliver an exceptional patient experience every time.

Stay curious, keep learning, and seek continuous improvement.

Support your teammates and contribute to a positive team culture.

Bring a positive attitude and a willingness to help.

Share ideas, solve problems, and look for better ways to do things.

Celebrate successes and have fun along the way.