Talking Tadpoles LLC is Hiring a PRN Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Near Weatherford, TX
Talking Tadpoles is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a positive & collaborative work environment and team. We are pleased to offer:
Competitive & dynamic pay
401k eligibility at the one-year anniversary
Paid time off and Holiday Pay for Full-Time Therapists
CEU reimbursement fund for all full-time therapists
A compassionate and fun team
Interprofessional mentorship
Management who is responsive and invested in your professional growth
No travel involved; assigned personal therapy space/office
The ideal candidate is open to growth and is dedicated and passionate about the therapy they provide, helping children and their families reach their goals through exceptional and compassionate therapy. The Occupational Therapist position reports to the Location Lead. Expectations :
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
Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with clinical, insurance and practice guidelines
Communicates effectively with patient/family/therapists/physicians and other health care professionals to promote quality patient care
Performs patient care and related activities within the scope of their training and responsibilities, demonstrating basic clinical competencies
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
Assesses patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, ability to assimilate information and the most desirable method of teaching
Have a working knowledge about Sensory Integration, Visual Training, Sensory Feeding Therapy, Handwriting, Fine Motor, and Reflexes
Documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to office policies and clinic guidelines in timely manner
Maintains a current awareness and participates in office quality activities
Participates in staff development and attends health, safety and training in-services and other obligatory activities
Performs other essential functions as needed
Requirements :
Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
Current Texas license to practice as an Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Must be articulate, courteous, and supportive in dealing with clinical and administrative colleagues, patients and parents with ability to honor confidentiality
Two years pediatric clinical experience preferred, although a strong new grad will be considered.