Occupational Therapist- Kids First Little Rock

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Evidence-based evaluation and therapy
Fine motor delays/disorders
Birth to 5 population
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First clinic in Little Rock, focusing on children with special healthcare needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, relevant certifications, and effective communication skills to work in an interdisciplinary team. **

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 at UAMS Kids First clinic.
  • Responsibilities include providing fine motor assessment and treatment, evaluating skills, determining the need for adaptive equipment, and implementing direct therapy for children.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, holiday, vacation and sick leave, education discount, and retirement matching.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First clinic in Little Rock, focusing on children with special healthcare needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, relevant certifications, and effective communication skills to work in an interdisciplinary team. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evidence-based evaluation and therapy
  • fine motor delays/disorders
  • birth to 5 population
  • interdisciplinary team
  • Family Centered Care principles

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • academic mission support
  • training of students

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
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to function as a health care team member
  • Intermediate computer skills

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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