Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics (PRN)

Overview:

Position: Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics (PRN)

Location: 5659 Stadium Drive, Ste 2, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Schedule: Monday-Friday between 8am-6pm

Compensation: Based on Experience

 

NovaCare Kids is seeking a PRN pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team!

 

This is a PRN position that will begin in January 2027 for coverage and maternity leave.

 

We evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from sensory processing, emotional regulation, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, visual motor deficits and more.

 

You will play an integral role in collaborating with other professionals to help our pediatric patients reach their goals and learn new skills. Come join us and make a positive difference in the life of a child!  

Responsibilities:

• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements.
• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
• State occupational therapist license (or eligibility)
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data:

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans