Job detail

Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

ChildServe

#Rehabilitation #Patient Care #Occupational Therapy #Pediatrics #Motor Skills #Clinical Competencies #Family-Centered Care #AOTA #Visual Skills #Cognitive Skills #Sensory Skills #Special Healthcare Needs

Part Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 9 days ago

Location

Des Moines, Iowa

Quick overview

The Occupational Therapist develops and implements individualized, family-centered care plans using play-based and evidence-based interventions. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing clinical care, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to maximize child independence.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a degree from an AOTA approved occupational therapy program and possess effective English communication skills. Experience in pediatrics and working with children with special healthcare needs is preferred.

professional certificatePatient AssessmentCare Plan DevelopmentClinical DocumentationStudent SupervisionEvidence-Based InterventionsInterdisciplinary CollaborationPlay-Based ActivitiesCognitive Skill DevelopmentSelf-Care SkillsSensory IntegrationPediatric RehabilitationMotor Skill Development

Job description

ChildServe’s talented, multi-disciplinary team of therapists specializes in pediatric rehabilitation and collaborates to create individualized, family-centered care plans to meet the needs of each child.
In the role of our Occupational Therapist (Part-Time), you will use evidenced based interventions, play-based activities, therapeutic activities, and specialized techniques to develop motor, sensory, visual, cognitive, and self-care skills so that children can be successful in their world.
Our Occupational Therapists’ ultimate goal for each child is to maximize their independence, improve function, and meet each family’s goals.
Schedule Part-time, 20 hours Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm What You’ll Do Compliance & Professional Standards: Maintains timely, accurate documentation; follows ChildServe policies, AOTA ethics, and regulatory requirements; maintains licensure and required continuing education.
Patient & Family Collaboration: Communicates effectively with families and interdisciplinary teams to develop, adjust, and explain individualized therapy plans and progress.
Clinical Care Delivery: Completes assessments, develops and follows individualized plans of care, provides interventions, and recommends appropriate referrals, equipment, and follow-up.
Team Support & Development: Supervises assistants and students, contributes to staff training, and meets required clinical competencies and education expectations.
What You'll Need A degree from an AOTA approved occupational therapy program.
Experience with pediatrics preferred.
Experience with children with special healthcare needs preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services.
With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.
ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
To request assistance with the application process, please email careers@childserve.org.
ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.