Occupational Therapist

At Kid O'Therapy, LLC, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care, putting families first, and supporting children and their families. Our team of professionals works collaboratively together to "play with purpose," making everyday activities therapeutic and fun while meeting the child where they can thrive. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Pediatric Occupational therapist to join our dynamic team. Check out this link to see what a day of therapy looks like at Kid O'Therapy. https://studio.youtube.com/video/7HvFmc7idsg/edit

As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Kid O'Therapy, LLC, you will play a crucial role in helping children achieve their developmental milestones and improve their functional abilities. You will work with children from infancy to adolescence in a variety of settings at our clinic and local schools, helping children with a variety of physical, developmental, sensory, and cognitive conditions. We are looking for a therapist with a minimum of one to three years or more experience in the field of occupational therapy working with children with sensory, feeding difficulties, social/emotional, and behavioral challenges. 

Key Responsibilities:

• The right candidate needs to be flexible, self-motivated, organized, a team player, and enjoy working with children. 
• Conducted comprehensive assessments and treatment plans for children's motor, sensory, social/emotional, and cognitive abilities and developmental milestones. 
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and interventions to address fine motor skills, sensory integration, self-care tasks, and adaptive behaviors. 
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to create a supportive and effective care plan
• Be able to provide efficient point-of-service documentation for daily notes, treatment plans, progress notes, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards in a timely manner. 
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss and evaluate patient progress
• Stay current with the latest research and best practices in pediatric occupational therapy
• Have good computer skills and knowledge for daily efficiency using technology. 
• Treating children with respect and patience is needed when working with this population.
• Fit with our culture at Kid O'Therapy, LLC, which is family first and family based. 
• Be able to supervise a COTA (certified occupational therapy assistant)

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current State of Maine License to practice as an Occupational Therapist
• 1-3 years of experience working with children in pediatrics, preferably in an outpatient clinical or educational setting. Mentorship for new graduates.
• Strong understanding of child development and pediatric conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Skills to work effectively and efficiently with the team, children, and their families.
• Proficiency using technology, multi-tasking with documentation, and using electronic medical records
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Must pass a fingerprinting background check. 

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Medical Health Insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Continuing education and professional developmental opportunities
• A supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance and flexibility
• Join a creative and fun team with a strong sense of community that you’ll love participating in.