Pediatric Speech Therapist - for Schools & Maternity Coverage

The Therapy Place NJ; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

The Therapy Place NJ is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team. You will meet with several patients daily, discuss their treatment needs, and craft customized, comprehensive therapy plans. You will coordinate with other doctors or health team members to arrange follow-up care and educate families on lifestyle changes.

A compassionate style and strong communication are essential. The ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal skills, is comfortable managing multiple cases,

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to stay positive and compassionate with patients over time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from many backgrounds and discuss health concerns and therapy needs.
• Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient.
• Create a therapy plan specific to each patient to meet mobility goals.
• Work with care team to provide follow-up care.
• Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate care

Job description

Benefits

• Company parties


• Competitive salary


• Flexible schedule


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation


• Great Work Environment


• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs


• Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient


• Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals


• Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care


• Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Excellent organizational skills


• Good attention to detail


• The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients