What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Occupational Therapist position at SHINE-Pediatric Therapy Center?
Job Overview
Come SHINE with Us!
SHINE Pediatric Therapy Center is seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. We provide Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy services in a collaborative, supportive environment dedicated to helping children reach their full potential.
As a strength-based, family-centered, and play-based clinic, we believe meaningful progress happens through strong relationships, individualized care, and quality one-on-one intervention.You will also partner closely with families to provide education, home programs, and recommendations that promote success beyond the therapy session.
We pride ourselves on fostering a positive, fun, and supportive workplace culture. Whether you are an experienced pediatric therapist, a new graduate, or transitioning from an adult setting, SHINE offers mentorship, training, and ongoing professional support to help you thrive. We also offer flexible scheduling and prioritize a healthy work-life balance.
If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families, and value a supportive work environment, we would love to have you join our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
What You'll Love About SHINE:
- Supportive, collaborative, and welcoming team culture
- Therapist-owned practice that values clinician input
- Mentorship and training opportunities for new graduates and therapists new to pediatrics
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with OT, PT, and Speech Therapy professionals
- Meaningful relationships with children and families
- Positive, fun, and engaging work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
If you're looking for a workplace where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and enjoy coming to work each day, we invite you to join the SHINE family!
We can't wait to meet you and see how you'll help our clients—and our team—SHINE.
Duties
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical, social/emotional, and cognitive abilities to determine their needs.
- Develop individualized treatment plans that address specific goals.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' functional abilities and promote independence.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other OT's, ST's, PT's and any other professional working with your client.
- Educate patients and their families about treatment plans and continuation of care in the home environment.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments.
- Participate in discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition for patients returning home or moving to other care settings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Skills
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following skills:
- Knowledge of pediatric development
- Knowledge of a variety of developmental disabilities
- Ability to work collaboratively with families
- A love for children and a playful energy
- Experience working with pediatric populations is a plus.
- Ability to manage cases effectively while collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through therapeutic practices. If you are committed to providing high-quality care and improving patient outcomes, we encourage you to join our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $45.00 - $80.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Florida Occupational Therapy License (Preferred)
- Occupational Therapy Degree from an accredited University (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45 - $80