The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First program in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role involves providing therapy for children with special healthcare needs and requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist will work 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 collaborating with families and other professionals.
UAMS offers benefits including health, holiday, vacation, sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching for eligible positions.
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Kids First program in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role involves providing therapy for children with special healthcare needs and requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
evidence-based best practice evaluation
interdisciplinary team collaboration
fine motor skills assessment and treatment
pediatric day healthcare clinics
birth to 5 population
Nice-to-have
family centered care principles
academic mission support
training of students and professionals
Key Requirements
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience
NBCOT certification or eligibility
Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligibility within one month
Excellent communication skills with adults and children