Occupational Therapist (Full-Time)

ChildServe; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider in Iowa City is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team. This full-time position involves developing motor and sensory skills through play and therapeutic activities. Candidates should hold a degree from an AOTA approved program and have experience with pediatrics. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to provide tailored care for children with unique needs. Join a committed company that offers comprehensive services and supports to families.

Qualifications

• Degree from AOTA approved occupational therapy program required.
• Experience with pediatrics and autism preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop motor sensory, visual, attention and decision-making skills through therapeutic activities.
• Work collaboratively within the rehabilitation team.
• Create plans specific to each child’s needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Pediatric experience

Experience with autism

Ability to lift 35 lbs

Education

Degree from AOTA approved occupational therapy program

Job description

ChildServe’s talented, multi-disciplinary team of therapists specializes in pediatric rehab and works together to create plans specific to each child’s need. In the role of our Occupational Therapist (Full-Time), you will use play, therapeutic activities, and special techniques to develop motor sensory, visual, attention and decision‑making skills so children can be successful in their world.

Schedule

• Full-time, 30-40 hours
• Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm

What You'll Need

• A degree from an AOTA approved occupational therapy program.
• Experience with pediatrics preferred.
• Experience with autism and motor impairment preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

• ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children’s specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
• ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community‑based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
• Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail].

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.