Occupational Therapist- Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Evidence-based therapy techniques
Fine motor skills evaluation
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years in a pediatric day healthcare clinic setting

Job Summary

  • The position serves children with special healthcare needs aged six weeks to five years in a pediatric day healthcare clinic setting.
  • The Occupational Therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence-based best practice evaluations and therapy techniques.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts for staff.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based therapy techniques
  • Fine motor skills evaluation
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Family-centered care principles
  • Adaptive equipment and splinting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience training students
  • Research project participation
  • Outreach to community partners
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Excellent communication with children

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's plus two years experience
  • Certified by NBCOT or eligible for examination
  • Current Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligible 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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