Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
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Pediatric day healthcare clinics
Fine motor delays/disorders
Evidence-based best practice
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to provide evidence-based therapy for children with special healthcare needs. The ideal candidate should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant certification, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team setting. **

Job Summary

  • KIDS FIRST serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years, providing intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics.
  • The Occupational Therapist will 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 including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.

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** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to provide evidence-based therapy for children with special healthcare needs. The ideal candidate should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant certification, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team setting. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree plus 2 years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligibility within 1 month
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the US

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