Occupational Therapist - Frisco

Pediatrics Plus Website•Frisco, TX

12d

About The Position

Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic individual looking to positively impact the life of children with special needs? At Pediatrics Plus, you can do just that! We are currently seeking Occupational Therapists to join our team of highly qualified professionals that share our vision of Empowering Children to Conquer their World! Pediatrics Plus is a highly collaborative pediatric healthcare provider. We are committed to helping children succeed in all stages of life through evidence-based therapy (ABA, OT, PT, and Speech) and developmental preschool services, state of the art facilities, specialized equipment, family support and education, and community investment. Here are some other reasons you’ll love working at Pediatrics Plus: Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Paid Time Off, Benefits, and 401K Training & Development Personal Growth & Leadership Opportunities Supportive & interdisciplinary work environment

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people
Must be able to work with children from birth to age 21 and their families
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Basic computer skills which include a working knowledge of database, word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet software
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a very busy environment
Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license as approved by the Texas licensing board
Current NBCOT certification

Nice To Haves

Pediatric Experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Evaluate children using appropriate testing protocols, tools, etc. to follow funding guidelines for each particular child
Complete audit form to be turned in with each evaluation
Create appropriate goals/objectives to be turned in with each evaluation
Schedule children onto caseload by contacting the parent/guardian
Provide therapy services to children based on the recommended number of units from evaluations and prescriptions
Provide therapy services in a variety of settings including home, daycare, schools, outpatient clinic, community, etc.
Provide documentation of all therapy services by locking and electronically signing weekly progress notes
Update and turn in efficiency reports weekly
Update schedule on the server
Enter scheduled evaluations on the server
Provide administration with updated credentials as needed
Ensure that non-treatment time is reported to and approved by administration per policy. Enters all non-treatment time into deTASO
Complete additional paperwork requirements in an accurate and timely manner as notified by administration. These requirements include, but are not limited to: Annual re-evaluations Six-month progress notes Discharge Summaries Early Intervention paperwork (if needed)
Be available to provide occupational therapy services and other related duties (meetings, conferences, etc.) during the days and hours stipulated in the employment agreement
Be available to children and families to ensure continuity of care and proper management of treatment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.