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Occupational Therapist/OTA
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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.
$83,275 / year median in Tennessee
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Be Part of Our Village:
The Occupational Therapist position is a direct impact position at Project Play Therapy that plays a pivotal role in helping clients reach their fullest potential by facilitating quality service delivery. In this position, you will change the game for children with disabilities and developmental delays by providing occupational therapy and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members in an energetic and fun clinic environment. Be part of a team that is making a substantial impact on the community! The ideal candidate for this position would use passion, creativity, problem solving, and collaboration to engage with clients, parents/guardians, and other service providers. In this position you will have the opportunity to build relationships across Project Play Therapy's team of professionals through regular collaboration and team gatherings, and continue your growth in evidence-based practice through roundtables and continuing education opportunities. In a work environment that prioritizes loving our village, you will discover the opportunity to grow professionally alongside a young, vibrant company, and to be energized by the passionate pursuit of our vision! This position reports to the Clinical Manager for Medical Services and receives ongoing mentorship and training.Empower Your Skills:
Build relationships with clients, families, and team members to establish rapport and trust Establish and maintain excellent, game-changing service delivery, including via screenings, evaluations, case management, and direct therapy Assess client needs, design treatment plans, and collect data to show the impact of services and help clients reach their goals Contribute to a team environment that values collaboration, growth, and joy Embrace thePerks:
Salaried or full time hourly position (ask us about part-time options, too!) Paid documentation time 401(k) match PTO and paid holidays Mileage reimbursement Company-provided technology Access to health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance Access to short term disability CEU subscription Online resources and therapy activities Mentorship and ongoing trainings/support Supportive administrative staffCandidate Qualifications:
Minimum of Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy Tennessee State Occupational Therapy License Registration with NBCOT Demonstrates strong organization and communication skills, a positive attitude, and the belief that all children can reach their fullest potential with the right supports Believes collaboration, innovation, fun, and a growth mindset are foundationaBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance