Occupational Therapist (OT) - Early Intervention

Powerback; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,257 - 77,145; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Generous paid time off

Support for new graduates through mentorship

Free CEUs through Medbridge

Employee recognition program

Job summary

A pediatric therapy provider in Chicago is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Early Intervention services for children aged birth to three. This role involves providing therapy, conducting evaluations, and participating in family education. Required qualifications include a relevant Bachelor's degree, registration from the national board, and a valid occupational therapy license in Illinois. The role offers a competitive salary range of $51.00 - $56.00 per hour and a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy accredited by ACOTE.
• Initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Must hold a valid occupational therapy license for Illinois.
• Early Intervention Temporary or Full Credential is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to children aged birth to three.
• Perform evaluations and assessments and update the IFSP.
• Establish treatment schedule as mandated in the IFSP.
• Participate in family and caregiver education.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Effective leadership and customer relationship skills

Ability to exercise mature judgment

Treats all clients with dignity, compassion, empathy and respect

Proven track record with high volume workloads

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE

Initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license

Early Intervention Temporary or Full Credential

Job description

Overview

$3,000 Sign On Bonus Offered!

POWERBACK PEDIATRICS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist, Early Intervention (OTEI)

Powerback Pediatrics offers high-quality early intervention services for infants and toddlers in natural environments, serving the Greater Chicago area!

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge
• Travel Program: Our Journey Travel Program allows you to work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on a variety of services. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY: Our Early Intervention Occupational Therapists provide and direct occupational therapy services to children aged birth to three, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Functions under physician's orders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides occupational therapy services to children aged birth to three.
• Performs evaluations and assessments and makes updates to the IFSP.
• Establishes treatment schedule and delivers services as mandated in the IFSP.
• Participates in family and caregiver education.

Qualifications

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• They must have a Bachelor’s degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
• They must have initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.
• Early Intervention Temporary or Full Credential.

JOB SKILLS:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective leadership and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems.
• Treats all clients with dignity, compassion, empathy and respect.
• Proven track record with high volume workloads.

Posted Salary Range

USD $51.00 - USD $56.00 /Hr.

Bonus

USD $3,000.00