Lead Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics & Young Adults
About The Position
Home of the Innocents is seeking a Lead Occupational Therapist to oversee and deliver occupational therapy services at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center, a pediatric skilled nursing facility for medically complex children and young adults. The role combines a clinical caseload with leadership of the OT team, including mentoring and supervising Occupational Therapists and COTAs, partnering with the VP of Therapy, and supporting clinical and operational outcomes. The Lead Occupational Therapist conducts evaluations, implements evidence-based treatment plans, documents progress, contributes to care planning and billing, and coordinates with residents’ interdisciplinary care teams. Services may include fine motor development, sensory processing, ADL training, aquatic therapy, assistive technology, and orthotics and splinting. The role also includes resident transportation assessments and caregiver and guardian training on transportation safety. This is a full-time position at 30 hours per week. Core hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexible scheduling to meet departmental needs. Friday availability is required.
Requirements
- Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy, or 10 years of experience in the field.
- Board-certified Occupational Therapist with an unencumbered Kentucky OT license.
- At least 1 year of clinical OT experience.
- National Child Passenger Safety Certification, or ability to obtain it within the first year of employment.
- Current CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; the employer will provide it if not current.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and clinical assessment skills.
- Proficiency with EHR documentation and clinical communication workflows.
Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy services, including fine motor development, sensory processing, ADL training, aquatic therapy, assistive technology, and orthotics and splinting.
- Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations at admission, after significant changes in condition, upon return from hospitalization, and annually.
- Supervise Occupational Therapists and COTAs in accordance with licensure requirements, mentoring and supporting them to achieve resident-centered goals.
- Document OT services in the EMR, including progress notes, certifications, MDS assessments, care plan contributions, and discharge summaries, and ensure accurate, timely billing.
- Conduct Resident Transportation Assessments, establish resident-specific transportation plans, and train caregivers and guardians on transportation safety.
- Collaborate with PT, ST, Nursing, and the broader interdisciplinary team to optimize functional outcomes for each resident.
- Partner with the VP of Therapy and contribute to clinical and operational outcomes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance.
- Generous leave time.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Training and certification opportunities.
- Leadership role with clinical impact.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
