Hiring a Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Seattle WA

15 April, 2021

2:56 PM

Description

Hiring a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. Applicants must have at least 4+ years of pediatric experience. If you are a therapist who loves to work with a variety of levels and skill needs-, who has the energy to match the rambunctious 3-year-old as well as the shy but so eager to talk about dinosaurs 7-year-old- and who knows how to balance between sensory, motor, and functional treatment approaches- you will fit right in!​ Requirements: · Experience working with children with developmental delays or disability required · Experience in outpatient or early intervention pediatrics at least 2+ years - including independence in the documentation of evaluations, treatments, progress notes, etc. · Ability to work collaboratively with parents, staff, and multi-disciplinary teams · Must be able to lift/transfer up to 50 pounds and physically move therapy tools and on/off suspension equipment · Current CPR and First Aid certifications and a valid Driver's License and or reliable transportation · Must be able to work outside of traditional "clinical" approaches, helping therapy transfer from clinic to home and community successfully. · Kind and clear communicator to your team and families. · Eagerness to learn and a self-starter. Must be responsible for your own career growth. · Must pass a full background check · No criminal history Preferred: · Sensory Treatment Experience- not required if you prefer another area of specialty. Recognizing our strengths and areas of growth is what's make a dynamic team successful and fun! · School-Based Experience (understanding both clinical and school-based is vital to helping our families reach their full potential) · Group Treatment Experience · Collaborative experience with therapies, special education, early interventionist, and community providers · Washington State License Benefits: · Paid time off · Flexible schedule · Professional development assistance · Health Benefits available based on the level of position Ideal Candidates: · Self Starter- must be able to hit the ground running- mentorship is available, and frequent support/collaboration is done weekly- but a level of confidence to manage your treatments independently is needed. · Enjoys working with people, group projects, and building relationships with your team and families · Evaluation and treatment experience in a variety of setting and with various levels of abilities. · Able to receive instruction/direction professionally, as well as take initiative to manage your caseload and professional development · Active team engagement- seeks out opportunities to collaborate with other therapists/providers · *This position does NOT qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness If this sounds like a position for you, send us your resume and cover letter to Lindsay at [email protected]