Talking Tadpoles is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist. After school hours available, Monday through Friday.
The ideal Occupational Therapist candidate is a self-starter who is dedicated and passionate about the therapy they provide. The Occupational Therapist position reports to the Location Lead unless otherwise directed.
Requirements:
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Perform patient care and related activities in accordance with best practice/evidence-based practice guidelines, while following an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation/reassessment findings according to clinical guidelines
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Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with department guidelines
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Communicates effectively with patient/family/therapists/physicians and other health care professionals to promote quality patient care
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Ability to meet productivity and documentation deadlines
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Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in spoken and written English, including clinical documentation, patient education, and collaboration with team members
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Ability to use computers, tablets, and electronic health record systems for documentation, scheduling, and communication.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries, ethical conduct, and confidentiality at all time
- Ability to work effectively with children who may exhibit behavioral, emotional, or sensory regulation challenges
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Performs patient care and related activities within the scope of their training and responsibilities, demonstrating basic clinical competencies
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Provides instruction/education to patients and families/caregivers with accurate and thorough information consistently to patients and families concerning their participation in the continuity of care
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Assesses patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, ability to assimilate information and the most desirable method of teaching
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Maintains a current awareness and participates in office quality activities
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Have a working knowledge about Sensory Integration, Visual Training, Sensory Feeding Therapy, Handwriting, Fine Motor, Reflexes, Therapeutic Listening Qualifications
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Documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to office policies and clinic guidelines within established timelines
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Participates in staff development and attends health, safety and training in-services and other obligatory activities
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Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations in all interactions
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Ability to adhere to safety protocols and infection-control procedures
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Ability to assist patients with transfers, positioning, or mobility as appropriate
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Performs other essential functions as needed, including minimal supervision once trained
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COTA supervision as required by the Practice
Additional Job Requirements:
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Ability to arrive to assigned locations on time and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
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Ability to work scheduled hours
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Meticulous attention to detail over the course of the workday
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Ability to sustain physical and mental activity throughout a scheduled workday
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Ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally charged or high-stimulation environments
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Ability to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds occasionally
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Ability to maintain prolonged standing or sitting
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Ability to maintain required licensure, certifications, and eligibility to work in the United States throughout employment
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Ability to sit, stand, bend, twist, and reach throughout the workday
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Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
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Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy and current Texas license to practice as an Occupational Therapist
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Must be articulate, courteous, and supportive in dealing with clinical and administrative colleagues, patients and parents with ability to honor confidentiality
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Two years pediatric experience preferred.
