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Experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist 4-Day Workweek
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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.
$88,059 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Treatment may address:
Sensory processing and self-regulation Fine motor and visual-motor skills Gross motor coordination and strength Activities of daily living and self-care Executive functioning Emotional regulation Developmental delays Reflex integration School readiness Functional participation at home, school, and in the community You'll also work closely with parents and caregivers to provide education, home strategies, and support that helps children carry skills beyond the therapy session. Who We're Looking For We're looking for a solid, experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist who is comfortable stepping into a pediatric caseload and practicing independently.The ideal candidate:
Holds an active Illinois Occupational Therapist license Has previous pediatric OT experience Is confident completing pediatric evaluations and developing appropriate plans of care Is comfortable treating children with a variety of diagnoses and developmental needs Has experience with sensory processing and regulation Provides individualized, play-based, functional treatment Communicates well with parents and caregivers Is dependable, organized, and confident working independently Enjoys collaborating with other therapists Wants to continue developing professionally Is interested in growing with a pediatric practice long-term Please note: Due to the needs of our current caseload, we are seeking an experienced therapist and are unable to consider new graduates for this position at this time. A Place to Build Your Career We're proud of the clinic we're building at BK Kids, but we're still growing. That creates an opportunity for the right therapist to come in now and become an important part of where the practice goes next. Whether your long-term interests include specializing in an area of pediatric OT, developing programs, mentoring other therapists, or eventually taking on a leadership role, we want to create opportunities for our team members to grow along with BK Kids. If you're an experienced Pediatric OT looking for a four-day workweek, strong benefits, a supportive environment, and an opportunity to become part of a growing pediatric practice, we'd love to meet you. Apply today to start a conversation with BK Kids Pediatric Therapy.Pay:
$36.50 - $43.25 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:
Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance License reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance