Occupational Therapist

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy•Dearborn Heights, MI

21d•Onsite

About The Position

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join its multidisciplinary pediatric therapy team in Dearborn Heights. The organization provides integrated pediatric services throughout Southeast Michigan, including occupational, speech, ABA, and feeding/swallowing therapy. Its approach emphasizes evidence-based, intensive, collaborative, and play-based care to help children and families achieve their potential. The Occupational Therapist assesses children’s needs and functional abilities, develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals, delivers direct therapy, and adjusts interventions based on progress. The role also involves educating clients, caregivers, and support staff; evaluating and facilitating adaptive equipment; maintaining clinical documentation; and coordinating care with physicians, educators, and multidisciplinary colleagues. Services are clinic-based, with no driving required and small, manageable caseloads. The position is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule of either 9 a.m.–5 p.m. or 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Compensation includes a competitive salary and potential productivity bonuses; the pay range is reviewed by the recruiting team after application. The clinic environment includes active children and may be loud or involve physical assistance and exposure to bodily fluids.

Requirements

State of Michigan Occupational Therapy license.
Current registration and licensure with NBCOT.
Ability to kneel, bend, and play at ground level.
Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds when required.
Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement or aggressive actions.
Ability to work in loud or noisy environments with active children.
Potential to assist with hygiene or accidental incidents involving bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based and play-based therapy, early intervention, or intensive therapy.
Interest in professional growth through research, conference presentations, or career advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine each client’s functional level and rehabilitation potential.
Develop individualized treatment programs with measurable goals and adjust interventions based on client progress.
Provide direct treatment using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance physical function and mobility.
Train clients, caregivers, and support staff on effective home exercise programs.
Evaluate and facilitate the acquisition of adaptive equipment and supplies needed to support treatment plans.
Complete detailed clinical records and required documentation for quality care and regulatory compliance.
Coordinate with physicians, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated rehabilitation.
Monitor client progress, modify interventions as needed, and contribute to clients’ overall well-being.

Benefits

401(k) with 4% match, fully vested after 90 days.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
100% employer-paid group life and long-term disability insurance.
Three weeks (120 hours) of PTO in the first year.
11 paid holidays annually.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
529 college savings plan.
Annual conference budget and free CEUs, with no PTO required to attend.
Opportunities to present at state and national conferences.
Opportunities to participate in research activities.
Career advancement pathways, including Clinic Director and Therapy Manager roles.
Supportive team culture with mentorship and collaboration.
Productivity bonus potential.