Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

SSM Health • WI-Treffert Center, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team at the Treffert Center in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. In this role, you will provide occupational therapy services to pediatric patients, with a focus on supporting children with autism through sensory processing, self-regulation, and developmental skill-building interventions. You will work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a relationship-focused, family-centered environment dedicated to strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming care. Join a nationally recognized autism-focused program and help children reach their fullest potential while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• Occupational Therapy degree and Wisconsin OT licensure (or eligibility)
• Pediatric experience preferred
• Experience working with autistic children is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of sensory processing, self-regulation, and developmental skill-building
• Collaborative, adaptable, and family-centered approach to care
• Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment.
• Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
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• State of Work Location: Wisconsin Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience preferred
• Experience working with autistic children is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents findings of patient progress.
• Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversees the care provided by designated individuals according to established regulations and practice standards.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE)
• instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday
• upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members

What This Job Offers

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