Occupational Therapist, PRN (Kids First, Pocahontas)

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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Rehabilitation Therapy

Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:
COM | Peds Kids First Pocahontas

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
This is a PRN position
Kids First is currently seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team at the UAMS Kids First clinic. As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in providing evidence-based evaluation and therapy techniques tailored to the needs of children from birth to 5 years old who present with a range of fine motor delays and disorders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Certified by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Arkansas.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist, preferably with pediatric population.

Knowledge, Skills & Activities:

• Strong knowledge of developmental milestones and typical childhood development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members, parents, and caregivers.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate and family-centered care.
• Willingness to travel to other Kids First locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Conducting thorough evaluations to assess fine motor skills, visual perceptual motor skills, sensory processing, self-help skills, upper extremity strength, range of motion, muscle tone, dynamic sitting/standing balance, and trunk stability using appropriate diagnostic instruments.
• Determining the need for adaptive equipment and splinting, as well as providing recommendations for their use.
• Reviewing standardized scores, clinical judgments, and observations to formulate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Translating assessment findings into professional documents, including treatment recommendations, goals, and objectives tailored to each patient's needs.
• Collaborating with the child's primary care physician (PCP) when necessary to discuss assessment results and recommendations.
• Implementing direct therapy interventions based on evidence-based techniques and continually monitoring progress to make necessary modifications to treatment plans.
• Documenting all services provided in a timely and professional manner, ensuring compliance with Kids First and Medicaid billing guidelines.
• Collaborating effectively within the interdisciplinary team and engaging families as active participants in the treatment process.
• Communicating regularly with families, other therapists, nurses, social workers, directors, developmental staff, and contractors to ensure coordinated.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, FBI Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:
Crawling, Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Sitting

Benefits Eligible:
No