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Changing Tides Therapy Services, LLC Certified Occupational Therapist in Homer, Alaska
Certified Occupational Therapist Job Description
Join our growing team! We take pride in being a renowned clinic that offers exceptional therapy services for pediatric clients in Homer, AK and its surrounding communities. Our primary focus is to help our clients navigate life with greater independence and success, ensuring they achieve their goals. At Changing Tides Therapy Services, we believe in the power of collaboration and play! We prioritize a client-centered approach, where families play an integral role in the treatment process. Together, we create a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.
Changing Tides Therapy Services is seeking a skilled and passionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Registered, Licensed (OTR/L) to join our dynamic team. As a vital member of our clinic, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families while enjoying a supportive and positive work environment.
OTR/L Job Responsibilities:
- Supervise the work of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), and other professionals who implement pediatric occupational therapy treatment
- Conduct evaluations through norm referenced and/or criterion referenced measures necessary for service provision
- Formulate appropriate treatment plans that align with family priorities and are sensitive to clients' cognitive, social, emotional, motor and sensory needs
- Collect ongoing program data analysis to ensure maximum client progress
- Provide ongoing treatment for clients that align with treatment plan and family goals
- Participate in inter-professional collaborations existing both within the clinic and community
- Operate within time, financial, and other resource constraints
- Remain abreast of regulations and evidence-based practice standards and adjust treatment accordingly
- Provide ongoing support for clients, their families and others involved in their care
- Attend staff meetings as scheduled
- Develop and provide staff training as requested by an owner or other designated manager
- Attend trainings relevant to the position
- Other duties as assigned
OTR/L Minimum Skills and Qualifications:
- Active State of Alaska license as an Occupational Therapist
- At least 2 years' experience working as an OTR/L (pediatric population preferred)
- Maintain active registration with NBCOT as an Occupational Therapist Registered
- Adhere and comply with State of Alaska licensure requirements
- Remain current on all required or requested trainings/certifications necessary for the position with Changing Tides Therapy Services
- Expert knowledge of intervention planning for developing occupational therapy treatment that focus on increasing skills necessary for healthy, meaningful, day-to-day living
- Adhere to AOTA Code of Ethics for Occupational Therapists
- Demonstrate efficiency in productivity requirements (i.e. chart notes, report writing, etc.)
- Experience with office productivity suites such as Google Suite systems
- Ability to utilize a fax machine, phone system, and other office materials as necessary for the position
- Ability to respond quickly to phone calls, text messages, and emails
- Demonstrate professionalism and respect in all interactions with clients and clinic staff
Reports to: Owner, or other designated manager
Our Company Philosophy/Values are to:
- Invest in people
- Exceed expectations
- Act with integrity
Position open until filled.