Occupational Therapist (OT) | Pediatrics

Northshore Home Health Care; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one PTO eligibility for qualified/

Retirement plan with up to 5% employer

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Mitchell, SD seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to coordinate and deliver individualized therapy across all ages, from infants to geriatrics. You will develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans based on patient assessments, utilizing activities to promote health and achieve therapy goals.

Responsibilities include documenting evaluations and progress, communicating with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team, and participating in program

Qualifications

• Active OT license in the state of practice.
• Strong knowledge of age-specific factors and clinical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify patient-specific treatment programs based on ongoing evaluations.
• Provide direct therapy in various functional settings, considering patients' physical, emotional, and intellectual needs.
• Maintain thorough documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate patient progress effectively.
• Participate in educational activities, workshops, and departmental program development.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Education

Active OT license (state of practice)

Job description

Position Overview

This occupational therapist role involves coordinating and delivering individualized therapy services to patients across all age groups, from infants to geriatrics. The therapist develops, implements, and evaluates treatment plans based on patient assessments, utilizing appropriate activities to promote health and achieve therapy goals. Responsibilities include documenting evaluations and progress, communicating effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members, and participating in program development and professional growth activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and modify patient-specific treatment programs based on ongoing evaluations.
• Provide direct therapy in various functional settings, considering patients' physical, emotional, and intellectual needs.
• Maintain thorough documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate patient progress effectively.
• Participate in educational activities, workshops, and departmental program development.

Qualifications & Skills

• Active license as an occupational therapist in the state of practice.
• Strong knowledge of age-specific factors and clinical skills.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
• Ability to perform essential functions with visual acuity and auditory comprehension.

Additional Expectations

• Commitment to organizational values and confidentiality.
• Adherence to safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Participation in professional development and mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

• Day-one PTO eligibility for qualified staff.
• Retirement plan with up to 5% employer matching.
• Opportunities for career growth through training and mentorship.