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Occupational Therapist (PRN)
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$85,135 / year median in Florida
+7% projected growth
Job Description
This role will evaluate and treat pediatric clients with a variety of developmental, physical, and sensory needs in a collaborative outpatient setting. Working closely with children, families, and multidisciplinary professionals, the Occupational Therapist supports participation, independence, and functional skill development across home, school, and community environments. Responsibilities Complete initial evaluations and re-evaluations for pediatric outpatient therapy clients Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans utilizing best practice and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions Document evaluation results, treatment progress notes, summaries, billing information, and justifications for equipment, payment, and treatment within required timeframes using the electronic medical record (EMR) system Establish, implement, and successfully work toward goals and objectives outlined in the client's Plan of Care Manage an assigned caseload while maintaining compliance with program and payer requirements Provide clinical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), as assigned Facilitate coordinated care by consulting and communicating with School Program staff, Early Intervention staff, case management team members, parents/guardians, and the Clinical Director Provide education, training, and support to clients and families to promote carryover of therapeutic strategies Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP). Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.