Contracted Occupational Therapist

SPECIAL CARE; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

SPECIAL CARE in Oklahoma City is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services to children with physical, developmental, or cognitive challenges. The OT will collaborate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams to design individualized plans that promote independence in daily living, work, and play.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, guiding therapeutic activities, recommending adaptive equipment, modifying environments, and

Qualifications

• Experience with pediatrics is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical, cognitive, and communication abilities to guide treatment planning.
• Develop individualized therapy plans tailored to patient goals and functional needs.
• Guide patients through exercises, adaptive techniques, and activities to improve mobility, coordination, and self-care.
• Recommend, install, and train in adaptive equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, ergonomic tools, classroom supports).
• Assess home, school, or workplace settings and suggest accessibility modifications.
• Educate and coach family members or caregivers on strategies to support patients.
• Review patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, write reports, and communicate updates to healthcare teams.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) provides specialized therapy services to children with physical, developmental, or cognitive challenges. Working in collaboration with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams, the OT designs and implements individualized treatment plans to help children achieve greater independence in daily living, work, and leisure activities.Key Responsibilities• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical, cognitive, and communication abilities.• Treatment Planning: Develop individualized therapy plans tailored to patient goals and functional needs.• Therapeutic Interventions: Guide patients through exercises, adaptive techniques, and therapeutic activities to improve mobility, coordination, and self-care.• Adaptive Equipment: Recommend, install, and train patients in the use of assistive devices (e.g., wheelchairs, ergonomic tools, classroom supports).• Environment Modification: Assess home, school, or workplace settings and suggest modifications to promote accessibility and independence.• Family & Caregiver Support: Educate and coach family members or caregivers on strategies to assist patients.• Progress Monitoring: Review patient outcomes regularly and adjust treatment plans as needed.• Documentation: Maintain accurate records, write reports, and communicate updates to healthcare teams.Specifics for this contract position:• Contract caseload with 10+ children• Experience with pediatrics required• Flexible hours/days working between 7 am - 6 pm, M-F; you set your ownschedule.• The therapy clinic is equipped with the materials needed for treatment andassessment