PT Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics Early Steps

University of Florida • Jacksonville, FL

39d • $39 - $51

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides pediatric Early Steps services. The role completes developmental evaluations, screenings, and assessments in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility, monitor progress, update Individualized Family Support Plans (IFSPs), and plan interventions. The therapist provides intervention and consultations as authorized on each child’s IFSP, in the natural environment using the Primary Service Provider approach. The role also develops Plans of Care and obtains service authorization as required by third-party payers and program policies, and maintains clinical materials, supplies, and work areas while requesting replacement or repair when needed.

This is a time-limited position. Applicants must complete a background check and health assessment, and submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Successfully complete the American Occupational Therapy Association certification examination.
• Hold a license as an Occupational Therapist in accordance with Section 468, Florida Statutes, and Rule Chapter 64B11, F.A.C.
• Have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for a Medicaid Provider Number.
• Complete Level II Criminal Background Screening and be eligible for enrollment with Children’s Medical Services.
• Enroll as a Medicaid Early Intervention (EI) Services provider.
• Complete Early Steps online orientation modules 1–3 within 90 days of the application date.
• Renew applications every three years and document 36 hours of CEU/in-service training related to at least one early intervention professional competency area.
• Provide a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Two to five years of experience working with children from birth to age three with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Complete developmental evaluations, screenings, and assessments with the multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility, monitor progress, update IFSPs, and plan intervention.
• Provide intervention and consultations authorized on each child’s IFSP in the natural environment using the Primary Service Provider approach.
• Develop Plans of Care and obtain authorization for services as required by third-party payers and program policies.
• Maintain clinical materials, supplies, and work areas, and submit requests for replacement or repair as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed