Occupational Therapist – Pediatrics

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist specializing in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Assertive Technology to provide outpatient services for pediatric patients. The role involves evaluating, treating, and developing individualized plans while considering discharge needs and equipment requirements.

The therapist will educate families and collaborate with healthcare teams, delegate to assistants as appropriate, and maintain thorough

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Valid Occupational Therapist license.
• Experience in AAC and pediatric therapy is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and delegation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outpatient treatment plans for pediatric patients.
• Educate and coordinate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Delegate tasks to assistants, techs, and students based on skill level.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform assessments and consultations.

Skills

AAC expertise

Pediatric therapy

Communication

Documentation

Delegation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist specialized in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Assertive Technology to provide outpatient services. This role involves evaluating and treating pediatric patients, developing individualized treatment plans, and considering discharge needs, functional status, and equipment requirements. The therapist will educate and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams, making referrals as needed. Delegation to assistants, techs, and students is essential, along with thorough documentation and assessment services.

• Provide skilled occupational therapy with a focus on AAC and assistive technologies.
• Establish treatment plans and deliver therapy tailored to patient needs.
• Educate, collaborate, and communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Delegate interventions appropriately and document all activities per policies.
• Perform assessments, re-assessments, and consultations for occupational therapy services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required; Master’s preferred.
• Valid Occupational Therapist license.
• Experience in AAC and pediatric therapy is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and delegation skills.

Key Duties:

• Develop and implement treatment plans considering discharge and equipment needs.
• Educate and coordinate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Delegate tasks to support staff based on skill levels.
• Maintain accurate documentation and provide assessments and consultations.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off. The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s communication and overall well-being.