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Occupational Therapist
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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.
$86,879 / year median in Ohio
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Perform school-based occupational therapy evaluations Provide occupational therapy services using evidence based interventions and skilled techniques as indicated by the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) indicated by goals, objectives, frequency and duration of services for each student. Consult with appropriate educational team members for follow up of evaluation results and educational objectives Provide all necessary and required documentation and charting in student records, such as quarterly reports and evaluations. Collaborate with team members for delivery of services and advocacy for students and families. Provide support to educational staff and students through RTI. Act as a fieldwork instructor in the education of university students. The employee shall provide adequate and appropriate supervision (direct and indirect contact) of occupational therapy assistants at requested districts. Assist school district in developing policies and procedures for occupational therapy services rendered in that school district Provide in-service training for all school district staff and Company having contact with students. Provide Company with appropriate charge documentation for billing and collection on a timely basis. Maintain treatment and ethical standards consistent with those of the community, abiding by all school district(s) and Company rules.Requirements:
Master's Degree or Higher Required Current Ohio Licensure as Occupational Therapist (OT). Maintain valid CPR certification for youth Obtain and keep a Pupil Services Certificate from the Ohio Department of Education to practice occupational therapy in the State of Ohio Experience working with children that have developmental delays and/or disabilities. This offer is conditioned upon your ability to perform the essential functions of this position, as determined by your performance and meeting any educational, technical, and/or experience standards as defined by your job description. The offer is further conditioned upon your signed acknowledgment of the Employee Handbook and the Policy & Procedure Manual, your successful passing of a background check, and your eligibility to work in the U.S., as determined by the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.Pay:
$36.00 - $46.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans