Pediatric Occupational Therapist

By joining our team you will become part of a collaborative environment where you’ll have regular contact with other creative therapists to exchange ideas and support.

Our core values are Learn Everyday. Empathy. Connect. Energy. If our values resonate with you and you’re ready to grow, continue reading for more details!

Position Summary

Planning, evaluating, organizing and conducting pediatric occupational therapy programs to facilitate growth in sensory-motor development.

The OT will administer occupational therapy evaluations and assessments to determine a child’s level of function relative to age in such areas as fine / gross motor skill development, sensory motor integration, sensory modulation, self-care and activities of daily living.

The OT will develop a treatment plan and monitor progress for each child on his / her caseload. This position requires independent clinical judgment, well- developed communication skills, and the ability to work well with coworkers and families of clients.

As the Lead therapist, the OT will also be an important consultant in developing policies, programs and will have input into the design of OT related spaces and documents.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education : Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy and licensed in the State of California.

Minimum Experience :

One year of clinical experience in a pediatric therapy setting is preferred. Successful clinical placement in pediatrics during professional program required for new graduates.

Proficiency in conducting evaluations in pediatric clinic-based setting. Required skills include planning, administering, scoring and interpreting tests related to development in sensory processing, activities of daily living and fine motor coordination.

Effective written and oral communication skills are also required throughout this process.

Required Certification and / or Registration :

Registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Licensed by the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)

Position Accountabilities

• Administer pediatric occupational therapy to children in a clinic setting, and occasionally on location in schools or homes.
• Conduct in-depth evaluations which include both standardized testing and structured clinical observations, requiring at least one hour but occasionally two or more hours of testing time, followed by scoring and clinical interpretation.

A parent conference and a detailed assessment report are also provided for each evaluation.

• Determine areas of concern, identify goals, and develop treatment plans for clients.
• Document results of client’s evaluation, treatment, follow-up and discharge concisely and accurately.
• Maintain thorough, up-to-date treatment notes on each client.
• Develop appropriate home programs for clients when applicable, demonstrating developmental strategies for perceptual, motor and sensory improvement.
• Provide direction, training, and assistance to interns and volunteers assigned to the occupational therapy program.
• Demonstrate positive interaction with co-workers, clients, families, and third parties, treating all with respect and demonstrating responsiveness to their needs.
• Demonstrate adaptability to new people, procedures, and situations.
• Listen openly, and respond by applying suggestions made by directors.
• Attend staff and in-service meetings, taking an active role.
• Exhibit knowledge of health and safety for the children and families, yourself, and others as outlined in Cal / OSHA standards.
• Follow AOTA guidelines for ethical, high-quality job performance.
• Arrive to work promptly and demonstrate good time management skills.
• Identify own continuing education needs, and pursue continuing education courses.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

We provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as specialized instruction for children birth to three years of age with developmental delay and disabilities.

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