Occupational Therapist (OT) - School Based

Proforma Health Inc; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services for pediatric populations. You will conduct evaluations, implement therapy according to IEPs, and diligently track progress.

Collaborating with families, caregivers, educators, and other professionals, you will support children's developmental goals and ensure timely documentation and progress notes in a compliant, organized workflow.

Qualifications

• Must have an ACOTE-accredited OT degree (Bachelors or Masters).
• Initial NBCOT certification/registration required.
• Active OT license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assessments for pediatric populations.
• Deliver therapy as outlined in IEPs and track child progress.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, educators and other professionals.
• Complete documentation and progress notes in a timely manner.

Skills

Collaboration and communication

Evaluations and assessments

IEP therapy implementation

Documentation and progress tracking

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT degree (Bachelors/Master's)

Initial NBCOT registration

Valid OT license

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services in a school setting, focusing on pediatric populations. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations and assessments, delivering therapy as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and tracking child progress. The role involves collaborating with families, caregivers, educators, and other professionals to support children's developmental goals, as well as completing necessary documentation and progress notes.

Role Overview

Seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services in a school setting, focusing on pediatric populations. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations and assessments, delivering therapy as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and tracking child progress. The role involves collaborating with families, caregivers, educators, and other professionals to support children's developmental goals, as well as completing necessary documentation and progress notes.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program.
• Initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Valid, unencumbered occupational therapy license for the state of practice is necessary.

Key Skills

• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and assessments.
• Experience in implementing therapy plans aligned with IEPs.
• Excellent documentation and progress tracking abilities.