Pediatric Occupational Therapist

The Florida Elks Children’s Therapy Services provides FREE in-home occupational and physical therapy to children birth to 18 years of age. No insurance, no billing!

We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our "FECTS" family and cover the Miami - Dade County territory in FL.

TERRITORY TO COVER

Miami - Dade County

COMPANY PROVIDES:

• Company vehicle (including gas and auto maintenance)
• Home and mobile office equipment
• Therapy supplies.

PAY:

Salary - Dependent upon experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate from accredited University of Occupational Therapy Obtain current Florida State License in OT.
• Obtain valid FL driver’s license.
• License in good standing; ability to be insured.
• Maintain current certification in CPR.
• Be a U.S. citizenship or obtain legal right to work in U.S.
• Must pass required background checks.
• Experience with Pediatrics required, minimum of two years preferred; demonstrate basic pediatric therapy competencies.
• Possess and retain the ability to drive for long distances and/or long periods of time.
• Possess and retain the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. to be able to work effectively with patients and independently and safely carry equipment in and out of patient homes.

Computer knowledge

EMR software, Microsoft 365, Excel, Outlook, Word, scanning and filing.

TASKS

Perform evaluation, plan and implement treatment program, create home programs, communicate with family and other health professionals as appropriate, reevaluate as needed, and plan for discharge.

Market, establish and maintain a caseload of 20 children.

Provide therapy on a weekly basis for up to 26 visits/or per company policy and/or as determined by child’s specific needs.

Follow all HIPAA guidelines to ensure confidentiality,

Prepare administrative requested reports, such as documentation of caseloads and expense reports in an accurate and timely manner.

Demonstrate ability to work independently and assume responsibility for overall planning and coordination of resources to perform therapy duties; utilize community resources.

Demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Communicate professionally and objectively when interacting with families/patients.

Other duties, as assigned by Regional Coordinators, Assistant Director, and/or Director.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road