Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)

1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis, OR 97333 | Tel. 541-757-8068 | www.OldMillCenter.org

Position: Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)

FTE: Full Time

Pay Range: $54-$62/Visit DOE

License/Certification:

• OTR (Required)
• Occupational Therapy License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)

Position Summary: The Pediatric Occupational Therapist will work with a wide range of clients from birth to age 18 with a variety of diagnoses. These diagnoses can range from Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, sensory processing disorder, feeding difficulties, Down Syndrome, orthopedic and neurologic diagnosis, handwriting difficulties, etc.

The Pediatric Occupational Therapist will assess client development and skill deficits, develop treatment plans, write treatment SMART goals, and have excellent communication skills for psychoeducation of parents/caregivers. They will demonstrate the ability to collaborate with and communicate treatment plans to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy Interns.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Education

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

2. Experience and Abilities

Minimum of 1 year of professional pediatric occupational therapy experience. Strong knowledge of pediatric physiology, best practices, and professional standards of care. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

3. Licensure

Current Oregon Occupational Therapist License and credentials.

Current CPR and Basic First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

1. Evaluate the condition of clients and analyze their needs.

2. Provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining treatment plans in consultation with physicians, and by prescription. Helps clients accomplish treatment plan and secures necessary supplies and adaptive equipment for clients to facilitate progress towards established goals.

3. Evaluates effects of therapy treatments by observing, noting and evaluating clients progress; providing medically necessary treatment plan and modifications

4. Manage the appropriate therapy units for clients based on individual clinical needs; Participates in the Q & A process for rehab related issues.

5. Instructs and counsels clients by describing therapeutic regimens; gives typical growth and development information; promotes wellness and health maintenance

6. Prepare documentation, progress notes, reports, and discharge summaries as required

7. Reviewing the clients progress and upgrading the prescribed treatment as per the requirements.

8. Educating the clients family about clients’ needs and how to provide adequate medical care to them.

9. Communicate on a regular basis with the client’s medical team on the status, progress, barriers, and needs of the patient.

10. Prepare documentation to obtain authorization as needed.

General Performance Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds rarely and maintain safety guidelines for this position.
• Ensures proper operation of equipment by complying with company procedures and following manufacturer's instructions.
• Protects clients and employees by adhering to treatment location infection control policies and protocols and keeping information confidential per company and federal requirements. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with treatment location and department procedures, rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and ability to learn company or customer systems
• Good problem-solving skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding client, employee and company proprietary information
• Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with clients, families, and other employees at all levels

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter expressing why you would like to work for Old Mill Center.

Job Type

Full-time

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Working with children: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Occupational Therapy License in Oregon (Required)

Work Location: In person