Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Pediatric day healthcare clinics
Birth to 5 population
Fine motor delays/disorders
KIDS FIRST serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years, providing intensive intervention for those at risk for developmental delays and disabilities

Job Summary

  • KIDS FIRST serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years, providing intensive intervention for those at risk for developmental delays and disabilities.
  • The Occupational Therapist will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based evaluation and therapy techniques for the birth to 5 population with fine motor delays/disorders.
  • UAMS offers benefits including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching for eligible positions.

Matching Summary

KIDS FIRST serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years, providing intensive intervention for those at risk for developmental delays and disabilities.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • pediatric day healthcare clinics
  • birth to 5 population
  • fine motor delays/disorders
  • interdisciplinary team
  • evidence-based practice

Nice-to-have

  • Family Centered Care principles
  • academic mission support
  • training of students
  • research projects participation

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy plus 2 years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligibility

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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