Occupational Therapist-Home Based

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid continuing education

Mileage reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness opportunity

Flexible hours

Job summary

A comprehensive healthcare provider in Indianapolis is seeking a Physical Therapist for early intervention services within the community. This role involves collaborating with families and multi-disciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care to infants and toddlers. Candidates should have a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy and current Indiana licensure. The position offers flexibility in scheduling and a substantial benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's Degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience required.
• Current licensure in Indiana is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention services to infants and toddlers in home/community settings.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
• Assess skills affecting patient's functional ability.

Skills

Compassion

Team collaboration

Evidence-based treatment

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Certification by NBCOT

Job description

Overview

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Location: Riley Hospital- Home Based (Early Intervention Services)
Shift: Day shift with opportunity to work alternative hours and/or weekends if desired, but not required. Days/hours determined based on what works best for therapist and families served. Travel is required. Opportunities exist for set schedules ranging from 24-40 hours per week.

Roles And Responsibilities

This is a Riley Children’s Health Physical Therapist position within the Indiana First Steps program providing early intervention services to infants and toddlers ages birth-three and families in the home or community environment. Provides services in collaboration with the family's natural environment via evidence-based treatments that address activities of daily living, sensory processing, feeding, and fine motor development in accordance with the established Individualized Family Services Plan. Identifies and assesses skills that impact the patient’s functional ability. Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.

• Fully benefitted position
• Paid continuing education and professional development
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunity for student loan forgiveness (full-time employment only)
• Support network for continued professional development and clinical growth
• Flexible hours and days
• Become a Team Member within Riley Children’s Health with its Nationally Ranked providers.

Hiring for the following counties: Marion, Hendricks, Morgan, Hamilton

As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's Degree from an accredited academic program in occupational therapy; or, if foreign trained, graduation from an occupational therapy education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Requires current licensure in the state of Indiana.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• May require credentialling for certification as an early interventionist.
• Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is preferred.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.