Pediatric Occupational Therapist — Sensory & ADL Specialist

Apparo Academy; Conifer Place (GA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Retirement match up to 4%

Professional development support

Health, dental, and vision

Résumé du poste

Apparo Academy in Augusta, GA seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary team serving children with complex medical, developmental, and therapeutic needs. The role focuses on promoting functional independence, sensory integration, and daily living skills in clinical and educational settings.

The therapist will assess, plan, and implement evidence-based interventions, collaborate with therapists, educators, and nurses, and support families in applying strategies at

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Georgia licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• NBOT certification.
• Minimum of one year of pediatric experience preferred; new grads with strong pediatric training considered.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong clinical reasoning, documentation skills, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to Apparo Academy’s Christian mission and values.

Responsabilités

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations using appropriate assessments and clinical observations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and goals aligned with each child’s developmental, medical, and educational needs.
• Provide direct therapy services in the outpatient setting, integrating sensory, motor, and ADL-focused interventions.
• Collaborate with a team of therapists, educators, nurses, and support staff to deliver coordinated care.
• Educate and support families in carryover of therapy strategies and adaptive techniques at home.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with Medicaid and insurance guidelines.
• Adapt treatment sessions to meet children’s needs using evidence-based, play-centered approaches.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students as needed.

Connaissances

Pediatric OT

Clinical reasoning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Formation

Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

Georgia licensure or eligibility

NBOT certification

Outils

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Description du poste

Apparo Academy in Augusta, GA seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary team serving children with complex medical, developmental, and therapeutic needs. The role focuses on promoting functional independence, sensory integration, and daily living skills in clinical and educational settings.

The therapist will assess, plan, and implement evidence-based interventions, collaborate with therapists, educators, and nurses, and support families in applying strategies at