Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Part-Time Pediatric Occupational Therapist (1099)

Beyond OT is looking for a part-time pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing team! This is a flexible 1099 contract position with opportunities to work in both our Northville clinic and a charter school in Dearborn.

We are ideally looking for an OT who is interested in doing both clinic and school-based work, but we are also happy to consider candidates who prefer to work exclusively in one setting.

• Northville Clinic: Part-time pediatric OT services with the opportunity to increase hours based on availability and caseload.
• Dearborn Charter School: School-based OT services 2 days per week with flexibility to attend IEPs virtually.
• Flexible Combination: The ideal candidate can work in both settings, but you may choose clinic only or school only.

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Michigan
• Experience or strong interest in pediatric occupational therapy
• Comfortable working with children of varying ages and needs
• Reliable, compassionate, and team-oriented
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with families, teachers, and other professionals

• 1099 contractor position
• Opportunity to build your caseload
• Option to work across clinic and school settings
• Potential for additional hours
• Supportive, pediatric-focused team environment

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to evaluate children’s functional abilities and developmental needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's unique goals, medical conditions, and family circumstances.
• Implement targeted occupational therapy programs focusing on improving motor skills, sensory processing, self-care activities (ADLs), and social participation.
• Assist children with activities of daily living (ADLs), including dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting, fostering independence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams such as speech therapists, physical therapists, educators, and medical professionals to ensure holistic care.
• Support discharge planning by preparing families and caregivers with strategies for continued progress at home or in school settings.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation within electronic health records (EHR), including treatment notes, progress reports, and care plans.

• Valid licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Michigan
• Proven experience working with children in various settings such as outpatient clinics, schools, inpatient units, or home health environments (new grads with pediatric fieldwork experience are encouraged to apply)
• Knowledge of pediatric physiology, anatomy, neurodevelopmental disorders (including autism spectrum disorders), and evidence-based occupational therapy practices.
• Experience conducting occupational therapy assessments and developing effective treatment plans for pediatric clients.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical documentation standards related to pediatric care.
• Ability to work effectively with children who have disabilities or special education needs across diverse age groups.
• Excellent client communication skills to engage children and educate families about therapy goals and strategies.

If you're a pediatric OT looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with the ability to grow your hours, we'd love to hear from you!