Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics & Adolescent

Ability KC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Winter Break

Retirement Benefits

PTO

Sabbatical Leave

Life Insurance

LTD

HSA or FSA

Job summary

Ability KC is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide pediatric and adolescent care under general supervision of the Supervisor. The role includes patient care tasks and functional supervision of support staff, with licensure or licensure eligibility in the state and CPR certification.

A Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy is required. Experience in pediatric settings is preferred, especially for ages birth to 13.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school.
• CPR certification or eligibility.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care related tasks under supervision.
• Provides functional supervision of support staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Word processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

BS/MS/OTD in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics & Adolescent

Under general direction of the Supervisor, performs patient care related tasks and functional supervision of support staff.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school. BS, MS or OTD in O

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior hospital or neuro‑rehab experience preferred.
• One year of pediatric experience preferred if providing service to individuals birth to 13.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Appropriate State license or license eligible, flexibility, good interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required.
• CPR certification or eligible.
• Word processing experience preferred.

What We Offer:

• Winter Break for Holiday & Family Time!
• Retirement Benefits Eligible to All Employees

Leave Benefits That Include:

• Wellness and Care Leave
• PTO
• Extended Sick Leave
• Sabbatical Leave- For Qualifying Positions
• We offer a Comprehensive Benefit Package that includes
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid LTD
• HSA or FSA options

Ability KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Background and post offer drug screenings required.