Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Evidence-based therapy techniques
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Family-centered care principles
The position serves children aged six weeks to five years with special healthcare needs through intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics

Job Summary

  • The position serves children aged six weeks to five years with special healthcare needs through intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics.
  • The Occupational Therapist functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluation and therapy techniques.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive 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 through intensive intervention in pediatric day healthcare clinics.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%, Education discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based therapy techniques
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Family-centered care principles
  • Pediatric developmental assessment
  • Adaptive equipment determination

Nice-to-have

  • Student training and supervision experience
  • Research project participation
  • Community outreach involvement
  • Strong communication with children
  • MS Office intermediate skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's plus two years experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility to apply
  • Current Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligible within one month
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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

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