What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at usm-pilot?
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
Provides
pediatric occupational therapy for students enrolled at The Children’s Center
across classroom, home and community settings. Provides parent/caregiver
training/education for enrolled students. Provides staff development and
training to trans-disciplinary team.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides pediatric occupational therapy services to students across classroom, home and community settings.
- Keeps accurate documentation of services in accordance with Mississippi Department of Health Occupational Therapy regulations.
- Provides diagnostic assessments with trans-disciplinary team and assists in writing team reports.
- Provides outreach training and technical assistance to child care providers, school district personnel, rehabilitation service providers and the medical community.
- Performs other duties as assigned.