Pediatric Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Brady, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and conducts medically prescribed occupational therapy for pediatric patients, directing patients and caregivers in tasks intended to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical treatment, family and caregiver guidance, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, consultation with physicians, and maintaining patient records. Therapists can choose their caseload size and schedule, including patients and treatment times. The company describes its culture as ethically centered and focused on clients and therapists, work-life balance, mentorship, and internal advancement. The position also involves maintaining supplies and equipment, contributing to quality improvement and education activities, supporting students and new hires, and participating in team and professional activities. Work takes place in diverse indoor residential or childcare settings and involves moderate physical activity.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certification.
Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively in small groups.
Strong critical-thinking skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous therapy activities, and lift at least 25 pounds.
Close vision ability.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience.
Home health experience.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate pediatric patients and administer remedial treatments.
Provide screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training and counseling on patient status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Communicate with pediatric patients and families about progress, problems, home programs, and other matters related to therapy.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate professionals, agencies, services, and resources.
Consult with physicians about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Present at internal and external public education functions, including periodic in-service presentations.
Participate in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend continuing education activities and expand scope of service.
Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals and share knowledge and skills with others.
Mentor students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.