Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Evidence-based therapy techniques
Fine motor skills evaluation
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First program in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role involves providing evidence-based therapy to children with developmental delays and disabilities, working within an interdisciplinary team. **

Job Summary

  • The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years through intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics.
  • The Occupational Therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based evaluations and therapy for developmental delays and disabilities.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts for staff dependents.

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** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First program in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role involves providing evidence-based therapy to children with developmental delays and disabilities, working within an interdisciplinary team. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evidence-based therapy techniques
  • fine motor skills evaluation
  • interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • family-centered care principles
  • Medicaid billing documentation

Nice-to-have

  • training pre-service professionals
  • participation in research projects
  • supervising occupational therapy assistants
  • traveling to other clinic locations

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's plus two years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility to apply
  • Current Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligible within one month
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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