Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Evidence-based therapy techniques
Fine motor skills evaluation
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years through intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics

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 best practice evaluation and therapy techniques.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts for staff.

Matching Summary

The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years through intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits include health plans, retirement match, and education discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evidence-based therapy techniques
  • fine motor skills evaluation
  • interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • family-centered care principles
  • adaptive equipment determination

Nice-to-have

  • training pre-service professionals
  • participation in research projects
  • outreach to community partners
  • excellent communication with children
  • supervision of therapy assistants

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's plus two years experience
  • Certified by NBCOT or eligible for examination
  • Current Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligible within one month
  • Intermediate computer skills with MS Office preferred

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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