Occupational Therapist I, II, or III - Temporary

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist I, II, or III - Temporary is based in Oklahoma at multiple locations and provides diagnostic and therapeutic Occupational Therapy services to children in natural environments. The role supports early intervention, family-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve mobility and independence.

Salary is hourly with Level I, II, and III pay scales, and the schedule is part-time with a 19-hour workweek cap.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and Oklahoma OT license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides early intervention services in the child and family's natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.).
• Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatments/intervention based on developmental indications.
• Completes child assessments concerning developmental, educational, and social skills/abilities.
• Participates in family interview.

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Posting Title

Occupational Therapist I, II, or III - Temporary

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 District 5

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Part time

Job Type

Temporary

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is up to $37.01, per hour, based on education and experience

Why you'll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Job Description

Location : Comanche, Jackson, Beckham, Greer, Kiowa, Tillman, Cotton, Caddo, Harmon

Salary : The hourly rate is up to

Level I: $32.69, per hour, based on education and experience

Level II: $34.32, per hour, based on education and experience

Level III: $37.01, per hour, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time : Part Time

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday

Primary Hours : up to 19 hours per week.

Position Description:

The Occupational Therapist I, II, III - Temporary is responsible for examining and treating children with physical impairments and/or difficulties through the use of physical modalities, self-care and neurological needs. The goal is to assist the caregiver and child improve mobility and function to increase independent movement and other skills necessary for functioning in daily routines.

This position is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of Occupational Therapy. Services are provided in the child's natural environment settings in which children typically spend time, for example, home or childcare. Services include screenings, evaluations, intervention, and parent education.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Provides early intervention services in the child and family's natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.)
• Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatments/intervention based on developmental indications.
• Completes child assessments concerning developmental, educational, and social skills/abilities.
• Participates in family interview.
• Conducts intakes, including client interviews, and conducts assessments to make appropriate recommendations for services.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan according to state and federal guidelines.
• Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child health and development services.
• Develops a treatment plan to address areas of need including routine-based activities, neuro-motor and sensory-motor function/activities and child/family coaching and education sessions.
• Participates in the assessment, design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices.
• Evaluates the child's response to treatment/intervention and makes recommendations on changes in treatment as required.
• Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Participates as a mentor to Occupational Therapy Interns during their fieldwork experience.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Other duties as assigned

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Occupational Therapist job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work.

Level I:

This is the basic level where incumbents perform beginning level professional work as an occupational therapist and develop their technical skills in screening, evaluation, assessment, program planning, parent education and intervention while assisting in or performing various treatments.

Requirements at this level consist of a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current Oklahoma license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Level I ONLY: A letter of eligibility issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Sup