Lead Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics & Young Adults

Home of the Innocents • Louisville, KY

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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 serving medically complex children and young adults. The position combines direct clinical care with leadership of the OT team, including mentoring and supervising therapists and COTAs, partnering with the VP of Therapy, and contributing to clinical and operational outcomes.

The Lead Occupational Therapist conducts evaluations, implements evidence-based treatment plans, and documents resident progress. Services include fine motor development, sensory processing, ADL training, aquatic therapy, assistive technology, and orthotics and splinting for residents with complex medical needs, including enteral feedings, tracheostomies, and ventilator dependency. The role also involves interdisciplinary collaboration, care planning, billing, transportation assessments and plans, and training caregivers and guardians on transportation safety.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 30 hours per week. Core hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 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, unencumbered Occupational Therapist license in Kentucky.
• Minimum 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.
• Availability on Fridays.

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, following significant changes in condition, upon return from hospitalization, and annually.
• Supervise, mentor, and support Occupational Therapists and COTAs in accordance with licensure requirements and resident-centered goals.
• Document services in the EMR, including progress notes, certifications, MDS assessments, care plan contributions, and discharge summaries; ensure accurate and 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 resident functional outcomes.
• Carry a clinical caseload while leading the OT team and contributing to clinical and operational outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance.
• Generous leave time.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Training and certification opportunities.
• CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) provided by the employer if not current.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior