Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Pediatric day healthcare clinics
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Evidence-based practice
The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide the 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

Job Summary

  • The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide the 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.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
  • Encourage families to take an active role in supporting their child’s development using the principles of Family Centered Care.

Matching Summary

The Occupational Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide the 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.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric day healthcare clinics
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Fine motor delays/disorders
  • Family Centered Care principles

Nice-to-have

  • Academic mission support
  • Training of students
  • Research project participation

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy plus two (2) years of experience
  • Certified by NBCOT or eligible
  • Current Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligible within one (1) month

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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