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 techniques
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Fine motor skills assessment
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First clinic in Little Rock, focused on providing specialized care for children with developmental delays. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent experience, be certified by the NBCOT, and have strong communication skills for teamwork in a pediatric setting. **

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 such as medical, dental, vision plans, holiday/vacation/sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching for benefits-eligible positions.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Kids First clinic in Little Rock, focused on providing specialized care for children with developmental delays. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent experience, be certified by the NBCOT, and have strong communication skills for teamwork in a pediatric setting. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evidence-based evaluation and therapy techniques
  • interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • fine motor skills assessment
  • upper extremity strength assessment
  • adaptive equipment assessment
  • Family Centered Care principles

Nice-to-have

  • supervision of occupational therapy assistants
  • training of students and pre-service professionals
  • participation in research projects

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience
  • NBCOT certification or eligibility
  • Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligibility within one month

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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