Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist will focus on delivering specialized care to pediatric patients by conducting thorough assessments, crafting tailored treatment strategies, and ensuring precise documentation of clinical activities. This role involves effective communication of patient advancements to medical practitioners and offering guidance to families to promote developmental milestones.
Responsibilities
- Carry out comprehensive assessments for pediatric clients.
- Design individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
- Maintain precise and up-to-date clinical documentation.
- Update physicians on patient progress regularly.
- Provide families with home instructions to encourage development.
Qualifications
- Graduation from a program accredited by the AOTA.
- Current certification by the NBCOT and appropriate state clearances.
- Preferred experience of at least one year in pediatric therapy.
- Valid BLS or CPR certification is required.
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