About the role
Overview
Position: Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics
Location: 5659 Stadium Drive, Ste 2, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: Based on Experience
Incentives: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus and/or $350 per month in uncapped student debt relief
NovaCare Kids is seeking a pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team!
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. Feeding experience preferred.
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!
We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply! Should have a strong pediatric focus in school.
Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
Start Strong
: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
Elevate Your Skills
: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
Recharge & Refresh
Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Your Health Matters
Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
Invest in Your Future
Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
Ease the Burden
: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
Go Anywhere with Us
1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
Advance your Career
: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
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