Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Fine motor delays/disorders
Evidence-based evaluation and therapy
Pediatric day healthcare clinics
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, focusing on early intervention for children with special healthcare needs. The role involves assessment and treatment for fine motor skills, working within an interdisciplinary team, and requires a Master's degree or equivalent experience in Occupational Therapy. **

Job Summary

  • The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide the evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques for the birth to 5 population with a variety of fine motor delays/disorders at UAMS Kids First clinic.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family; Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave; Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only); Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS; Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000; Career Training and Educational Opportunities; Merchant Discounts; Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
  • Provides fine motor assessment and treatment using evidence-based techniques in a naturalistic, developmentally appropriate manner.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, focusing on early intervention for children with special healthcare needs. The role involves assessment and treatment for fine motor skills, working within an interdisciplinary team, and requires a Master's degree or equivalent experience in Occupational Therapy. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • fine motor delays/disorders
  • evidence-based evaluation and therapy
  • pediatric day healthcare clinics
  • interdisciplinary team

Nice-to-have

  • Family Centered Care principles
  • academic mission support
  • training of students

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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