Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Medasource; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Medasource is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Pediatrics in Morehead, KY. The role involves evaluating children, delivering individualized therapies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve independence and quality of life.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in OT (Master’s preferred) and 0–2 years of pediatric OT experience. Active Kentucky OT license is required with licensure support available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field is preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in occupational therapy or a relevant area; pediatric setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans addressing physical and cognitive aspects.
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions and adaptive equipment to enhance independence and function.
• Assess patient progress, revise treatment plans, and determine discharge or continuation of care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and equipment use to promote long-term health.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Instruct rehabilitation technicians, assistants, and students, providing mentorship.
• Maintain accurate documentation and medical records compliant with standards.
• Complete annual competency requirements and maintain licensure.
• Assist managerial staff in resource assessment and process improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field

Master’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

Location: Morehead, KY

Job Summary

Responsible for performing comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and delivering individualized treatments based on physician orders. Assesses patient needs, develops and implements therapeutic interventions, and documents care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient independence and quality of life. Assists in program development, provides patient and caregiver education, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures. Supports continuous improvement of therapy services to meet diverse patient needs.

Essential Functions

• Performs comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans to address patients’ physical, cognitive, and
• Implements evidence-based therapeutic interventions, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to enhance patient
• independence and function.
• Assesses patient progress, revises treatment plans as needed, and determines appropriate discharge or continuation of care.
• Educates patients and caregivers on home programs, adaptive strategies, and equipment use to promote long-term health and
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated, comprehensive, and patient-centered care.
• Instructs rehabilitation technicians, assistants, and students, providing mentorship and oversight.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation and medical records in compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Completes annual competency requirements, maintains licensure, and participates in ongoing professional development.
• Assists managerial staff in resource assessment, process improvement, and enhancement of rehabilitation services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field
• Master’s degree in occupational therapy or a related field is preferred

Experience Requirement

• 0-2 years of experience in occupational therapy, rehabilitation, or patient care, or a relevant area
• Experience in pediatric setting
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certifications & Licensures

• Active Occupational Therapist license in Kentucky
• Ask us about support getting state licensure!