Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Evidence-based therapy techniques
Fine motor skill assessment
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years in pediatric day healthcare clinics

Job Summary

  • The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years in pediatric day healthcare clinics.
  • The Occupational Therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based evaluation and therapy for developmental delays.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%; Education discount available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based therapy techniques
  • Fine motor skill assessment
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Family-centered care principles
  • Adaptive equipment determination

Nice-to-have

  • Student training and supervision experience
  • Research project participation
  • Community outreach engagement
  • Strong communication with children

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Current Arkansas OT License
  • Bachelor's degree plus two years experience
  • 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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