Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified
Pediatric day healthcare clinics
Evidence-based best practice
Fine motor delays/disorders
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, focusing on children with special healthcare needs. The role involves providing evidence-based assessments and therapy for children aged six weeks to five years, working as part of an interdisciplinary team

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 including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.
  • This position is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas and serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, focusing on children with special healthcare needs. The role involves providing evidence-based assessments and therapy for children aged six weeks to five years, working as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Support academic mission
  • Training students and professionals
  • Research project participation

Key Requirements

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