Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Evidence-based evaluation techniques
Fine motor skill assessment
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The position serves children aged six weeks to five years with special healthcare needs in a pediatric day healthcare clinic setting

Job Summary

  • The position serves children aged six weeks to five years with special healthcare needs in a pediatric day healthcare clinic setting.
  • The Occupational Therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts for staff.

Matching Summary

The position serves children aged six weeks to five years with special healthcare needs in a pediatric day healthcare clinic setting.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based evaluation techniques
  • Fine motor skill assessment
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Family-centered care principles
  • Medicaid billing documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience training students
  • Research project participation
  • Outreach to community partners
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Supervisory experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor's degree plus two years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Current Arkansas OT License
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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