Boyer Children's Clinic is currently seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join our team! Boyer provides medical, therapy, special education and family services to infants and young children with developmental delays, and their families. For more information, visit www.boyercc.org.
Working with staff at all levels, the Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy to children with neuromuscular disorders and atypical or delayed development and/or with perceptual problems. Our therapists also help families learn how to care for and play with their children in ways that encourage emerging skills. The right person will be able to work collaboratively and earn trust quickly, while maintaining a focus on our overall mission.
Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
- Provide assessment and occupational therapy treatment for agency children, via telehealth, in client homes, at other community sites, and in the center.
- Perform case management and other administrative requirements.
- Provide adequate electronic medical records and documentation (e.g., IFSP) on assessment, progress, and program of each child in accordance with agency policy.
- Participate at staff conferences, meetings, and in-services.
- Coordinate services with other therapy and educational programs. This may mean having contact with involved medical or educational personnel within this facility and outside agencies.
- Provide training, care coordination, assistance with access, program planning, interagency coordination, and administrative functions to support Medicaid programs.
- Perform training related duties such as supporting in-service training presentations, keeping abreast of developments in the discipline, and collaborating with provider staff on best practices
Education, Licenses, Qualifications and/or Certifications:
- Masters of Science degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
- Previous experience as an occupational therapist working with children who have disabilities is desired.
- WA State Occupational Therapist license is required.
- N.D.T. training and experience in the handling of children with cerebral palsy and the treatment of neuromuscular and developmental problems is desirable.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification are required.
- Must possess valid Washington State Driver’s License, automobile insurance, and a reliable means of transportation.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, staff, co-workers, and physicians.
- Ability to instruct parents and other persons involved in the handling and management of the impaired child.
- Ability to pass Washington State DSHS criminal history and background check and FBI fingerprint check.
