Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics - KORT - Louisville, KY
About The Position
KORT Physical Therapy is seeking a pediatric occupational therapist to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team in Louisville, Kentucky. The role evaluates and treats pediatric patients with a range of diagnoses, including sensory processing and emotional regulation challenges, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, and visual motor deficits. The occupational therapist collaborates with other professionals to help children achieve their goals and develop new skills. Mentorship and collaborative care are valued, and new graduates are welcome to apply. The position is located at 13010 Eastgate Park Way #101, Louisville, KY 40223, with a Monday–Friday schedule and no weekends. Compensation starts at $53,000 and is commensurate with experience. Potential sign-on bonuses and student debt relief are offered. The organization highlights a comprehensive benefits package, mentorship and clinical support, continuing education opportunities, and opportunities for internal movement across its centers.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
- For current students: outpatient pediatrics Level II fieldwork.
- For practicing clinicians: pediatric outpatient experience within the last two years.
- State occupational therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
- CPR certification.
- Valid state driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Understand and follow the applicable state Practice Act and laws governing occupational therapy practice and supervision.
- Collaborate with the referring physician to develop objective patient goals and determine the type, frequency, and duration of occupational therapy.
- Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care within state rules and federal regulations.
- Provide comprehensive, individualized treatment programs and complete patient care and documentation responsibilities.
- Participate in designing and implementing new programs or procedures with manager and referring physician approval, following HIPAA guidelines.
- Stay current with occupational therapy research and apply evidence-based practice, including research, clinician expertise, and patient perception.
Benefits
- Company matching 401(k)
- Indefinite student debt benefit program
- Mentorship program
- Clinical support locally and nationally, including speakers and journal clubs
- Continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses and national certifications
- Potential sign-on bonuses
- Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews
- Opportunities for internal movement across centers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
