Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Fine motor assessment and treatment
Evidence-based techniques
Interdisciplinary team
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 a variety of fine motor delays/disorders.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching for benefits 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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • fine motor assessment and treatment
  • evidence-based techniques
  • interdisciplinary team
  • Family Centered Care principles

Nice-to-have

  • training of students
  • research projects participation
  • community partners education

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
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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