Occupational Therapist / OT Coordinator

Center for Pediatric Therapies; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Pediatric Therapies is looking for a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Danville, Virginia. This role involves assessing children to establish and administer personalized rehabilitation treatment programs. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential to support each child's needs.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Virginia license, have CPR certification, and preferably possess experience in pediatric therapy. This position helps children develop skills necessary for their daily lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school.
• Current Virginia license and registration as an Occupational Therapist or in the application process.
• Current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care and document patient conditions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including SLPs and PTs.

Skills

Pediatric occupational therapy experience

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary team

Education

Graduation from an accredited school

Current Virginia license as Occupational Therapist

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

The Center for Pediatric Therapies (CPT) is a full service rehabilitation clinic serving children from birth through age 21 in Southside Virginia. CPT offers a multidisciplinary approach to treat a variety of neurological, orthopedic, and developmental disorders. Our services are delivered in the most appropriate environment for the child, whether that is in the home, daycare, school, or one of our kid-friendly outpatient clinics in Danville, Lynchburg, South Boston or Martinsville, Virginia.

Job Description

he Pediatric Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes; providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient’s condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate speech therapy method. The OT works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including SLPs, PTs, and teachers.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school
• Current Virginia license and registration as a Occupational Therapist or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Occupational Therapist
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license
• Experience in pediatric occupational therapy (preferred, not required)
• Experience in management or supervision of COTAs, other OTs, and OT students preferred

Additional Information

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