Occupational Therapy Assistant - Sherwood

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Sherwood

Sherwood, Arkansas, United States

Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic individual looking to positively impact the life of children with special needs?

At Pediatrics Plus, you can do just that! We are currently seeking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our team of highly qualified professionals that share our vision of Empowering Children to Conquer their World.

Pediatrics Plus is a highly collaborative pediatric healthcare provider committed to helping children succeed in all stages of life through evidence-based therapy (ABA, OT, PT, Speech) and developmental preschool services, state of the art facilities, specialized equipment, family support and education, and community investment.

Here are some other reasons you’ll love working at Pediatrics Plus:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off, Benefits, and 401K
• Training & Development
• Personal Growth & Leadership Opportunities
• Supportive & interdisciplinary work environment

What you will do:

• Provide occupational therapy treatment services to children age 0-21 years as prescribed by a physician and based on the recommended number of units from evaluations and prescriptions.
• Work in a variety of settings, including the developmental daycare and outpatient clinic.
• Schedule children onto caseload by contacting the parent/guardian.
• Document all therapy services by locking and electronically signing weekly progress notes.
• Update and turn in efficiency reports weekly.
• Update schedule on the server.
• Provide administration with updated credentials as needed.
• Ensure that non‑treatment time is reported to and approved by administration per policy, entering all non‑treatment time into deTASO.
• Complete additional paperwork requirements accurately and timely as notified by administration.
• Be available to provide occupational therapy services and related duties during the days and hours stipulated in the employment agreement.
• Ensure continuity of care for children and families.
• Collaborate with administration and other disciplines to ensure quality services.
• Participate in annual performance reviews for professional development and growth.
• Provide feedback to administration to enhance continued improvement of the company.
• Respond positively to feedback concerning job performance.
• Participate in Multidisciplinary conferences as needed.
• Demonstrate continued growth in therapeutic skills through learning, knowledge, and application.

What you have:

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to work with children birth to age 21 and their families.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and internet software.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a very busy environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and other company documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of families or employees.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance; complete tasks in a timely manner.

Education / Certification:

• Current, unrestricted occupational therapy assistant license approved by the Arkansas state licensing board.
• Current NBCOT certification.

Physical Demands:

Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, stand, stoop, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and use hands and fingers to handle, lift, reach, and feel. Vision requirements include near and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.