Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Evidence-based practice
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Fine motor skill development
The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques for the birth to 5 population with a variety of fine motor delays/disorders

Job Summary

  • The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques for the birth to 5 population with a variety of fine motor delays/disorders.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.
  • This position supports the academic mission of the Kids First program, including participation in the training of students and pre-service professionals.

Matching Summary

The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques for the birth to 5 population with a variety of fine motor delays/disorders.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based practice
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Fine motor skill development
  • Sensory processing evaluation
  • Family-centered care principles

Nice-to-have

  • Academic mission support
  • Student training participation
  • Research project involvement

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligibility
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

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