Occupational Therapist

MOST/DFW • Dallas, TX

7d • $35 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

MOST/DFW is looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist to work in an interdisciplinary team of Speech, Physical, and ABA therapists for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. At MOST/DFW, we strive to make the MOST of therapy and make the MOST of life! We believe in a world where all individuals are empowered to reach their full potential and live happy lives within their communities. Through personal connections, thoughtful listening, and observation, we build relationships to support our patients and their families. We work to reach our patient’s goals through engaging activities, education, and strategies impactful to their daily lives. Working as an interdisciplinary team of speech, occupational, and physical therapists, we provide fun and functional therapy to improve quality of life.

This position is IN-CLINIC, and treats out of our Dallas territory, treating at 2-3 ABA centers where we partner in Forney, Mesquite, and Rowlett. This position is a part-time 1099 contract position to start with the opportunity to increase to a full-time caseload, depending on your availability. Rates range from $35.00 to $65.00 per session, based on years of experience in pediatrics and additional certifications.

Supervision: We are always looking for supervisors to add to our team! Supervisors must have a minimum 2-years experience as a treating OTR. Supervisors will carry out supervision and assist COTAs in administering treatment, including reviewing and signing off on daily SOAP Notes, as well as providing weekly direct and indirect supervision. Supervision is compensated at an additional weekly rate per assistant supervised.

Requirements

• OTR License to practice in the State of Texas
• Minimum 2-years occupational therapy experience
• Minimum 2-years experience with pediatrics, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or Sensory Processing Disorder preferred
• Willingness to collaborate with a dynamic team of allied health professionals
• Willingness to commit to a minimum of 20 working hours per week
• BLS/CPR certification required
• Willing to undergo a background check
• Laptop or tablet to document via Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of pediatrics experience preferred
• Supervisors must have a minimum 2-years experience as a treating OTR

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services in clinic at one of our several partnering ABA locations for a variety of clients ranging from 3-12 years of age
• Collaborate with co-treating therapists to innovate ideas and techniques to reach a client’s goal
• Create and implement therapy programs that enhance performance in individuals’ daily living and improve quality of life
• Administer evaluations and re-evaluations, analyze results and report findings; formulate plan of care and set long-term and short-term goals
• Track and record client progression and mastery of goals; observe and record client’s progress, attitudes, and behaviors, while maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA regulation and ethical standards
• Participate in reports and meetings on client’s progress disciplines relating to therapy treatment and goals
• Educate families to increase generalization of skills and carryover
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs to monitor proficiency, expand current knowledge and enhance professional excellence. Willingly shares knowledge and provides clinical orientation to other members of the staff

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus
• Flexibility and customizable schedule, with scheduling options of 3-days (M/W/F), 2-days (T/TH), and 5-days
• Evaluators: Assessment/testing and materials provided
• Therapy Materials Support: in addition to providing therapy materials, we have Therapy Technicians on site to assist in creating therapy materials and general therapeutic assistance
• Continuing Education opportunities and certification training
• Mentorship Program: We offer a paid mentorship program to facilitate professional growth and in depth training as a therapist or new graduate
• Facility Therapy Dog for use during your sessions
• Administrative support: Intake coordinators and Leads assist with scheduling, billing of services, and more
• Opportunities for growth and leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed