Occupational Therapist

Abil-ot kids therapy•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Abil-OT Kids Therapy is seeking a qualified, state-licensed occupational therapist to treat a variety of diagnoses in the pediatric population. The role is for a conscientious practitioner with at least one year of occupational therapy experience who is compassionate, professional, and passionate about advocating for patients and helping children and families reach their goals. The therapist will work with children in the clinics, provide occupational therapy and feeding services, and be interested in learning innovative treatment methods to enhance clinical skills. The ideal candidate is flexible, empathetic, and encouraging, and helps children and families work toward their optimum level of independence. The therapist will provide client-centered evaluations and treatment, collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team, document services and patient progress, and communicate with clients, caseworkers, and families. The position may include supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants when applicable. Abil-OT Kids Therapy describes its approach as holistic and collaborative, with services that include physical and occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, feeding therapy, and mental health support to address children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program per NBCOT standards.
Active North Carolina Occupational Therapy license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with AED.
At least one year of experience working as an occupational therapist.
Experience recommending assistive equipment or devices and facilitating equipment orders.
Knowledge of physical therapy, speech therapy, and mental health, including how their services can benefit patients.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing occupational therapy evaluations according to NBCOT and North Carolina Occupational Therapy Board standards of practice.
Develop a client-centered treatment plan for each patient, including caregiver training.
Provide therapeutic interventions in the clinic and community to support treatment plans, functional outcomes, and goal attainment.
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to maximize client outcomes.
Document treatment interventions, plans of care, assessments, evaluations of current functioning, patient progress, and discharge of skilled services in accordance with approved medical and company procedures.
Maintain safety awareness and use clinical judgment to keep patients and therapists safe during treatments.
When applicable, communicate, monitor, and develop supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with North Carolina licensing-board guidelines and NBCOT standards.
Communicate compassionately and effectively with clients, caseworkers, and families to coordinate evaluations, treatments, and ongoing care.