Occupational Therapist- Kids First Little Rock

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Fine motor delays/disorders
Birth to 5 population
Evidence-based best practice evaluation
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the KIDS FIRST program in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role involves evaluating and treating children with special healthcare needs, working as part of an interdisciplinary team to support children's development

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 collaborating with families and other professionals.
  • UAMS offers benefits including health, dental, vision plans, holiday, vacation and sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching.

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the KIDS FIRST program in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role involves evaluating and treating children with special healthcare needs, working as part of an interdisciplinary team to support children's development.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • fine motor delays/disorders
  • birth to 5 population
  • evidence-based best practice evaluation
  • interdisciplinary team
  • fine motor assessment and treatment

Nice-to-have

  • Family Centered Care principles
  • academic mission support
  • training of students and pre-service 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
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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