Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Establishment and Collaboration

Establish occupational therapy treatment goals through dynamic and standardized assessment tools, in alignment with Cortica’s Whole Child Approach.

Consult closely with transdisciplinary team members to create collaborative treatment plans and integrative strategies.

Treatment Delivery

• Provide individual, group, and co-treat therapy sessions for therapy services within scope, as clinically appropriate.
• Contributes to the autism diagnostic process by providing clinical insight and administering standardized assessments (e.g. ADOS), as appropriate.
• Provide therapeutic services in-person in the clinic setting and via telehealth, as clinically appropriate.

Documentation and Support

Accurately complete documentation in accordance with Cortica’s designated time frames.

Facilitate functional and child-led experiences to target and achieve individualized goals.

Utilize transdisciplinary care strategies and supports to help the individual engage in occupations and activities of daily living.

Interactions and Education

• Collaborate with the individual and family to understand their values, interests, and goals.
• Educate patients, families, team members, and caregivers on strategies and generalization activities that complement treatment.

Professional Development and Compliance

• Attend and participate in transdisciplinary rounds, care collaboration meetings, collaborative workshops, site meetings, as well as discipline specific trainings.
• Follow Cortica crisis and emergency procedures, including de-escalation strategies, first aid strategies and mandated reporting.

Technology and Systems

Utilize software and systems, including electronic medical record (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office products, to efficiently manage documentation, reporting, and communication tasks.

Qualifications

• You hold a current and unrestricted license for Occupational Therapy in the state of practice.
• You hold a master’s degree in related field.
• You have first aid/CPR training.
• You have a tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
• You can complete safety training within the first 90 days of employment.
• You can obtain and maintain licensure in other states where Cortica operates, as requested, to support the growth and development of Cortica services.

Personal Attributes

• You have an appreciation for a wide range of therapeutic approaches.
• You possess a passion for working with children.
• You preferably have knowledge of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient information.

Company Information

This position requires the successful completion of a post-offer background check and a motor vehicle report review.

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