Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Pediatrics
5 months ago
Arlington
Job DescriptionDescription: Skills on the Hill - Occupational Therapist, Arlington, Virginia & Washington, DC: Calling All Pediatric Miracle Workers! Are you a GLIMMER OF HOPE for children facing functional challenges? Are you ready to unleash your SUPERHERO POWERS as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist? If you're looking to combine your passion for therapy with the power of play, Skills on the Hill has the perfect role for you! We are a pediatric therapy practice with locations in Washington, D.C. and Arlington, VA that specializes in supporting and empowering children and families to climb to their fullest potential. We are seeking a full time Occupational Therapist to work in our pediatric therapy clinic located in Arlington, VA & Washington, DC. Why You'll Love Us: • Healing Headquarters: Join a team that transforms obstacles into opportunities for our youngest heroes., • Innovation Hub: Explore cutting-edge therapies and technologies in our playground of possibilities., • Super Sidekicks: Collaborate with a league of extraordinary therapists who share your passion and dedication and an administrative support team that lets you focus on clinical care., • Heroic Support: Receive the training and resources you need to conquer every challenge., • Heart of Gold: Your empathy and compassion must be as strong as your clinical skills., • Powerful Partnerships: Teamwork makes the dream work—collaborate with families and colleagues alike., • Quest for Knowledge: Stay curious and continue to learn, because there's always a new chapter in every hero's journey., • Therapeutic Quests: Conduct comprehensive evaluations, deliver fun therapy, and design and implement treatment plans that unlock each child's potential., • Triumphant Transformations: Use play and evidence-based practices to unleash possibilities and celebrate milestones alongside our brave pediatric warriors., • Alliance Building: Elevate, educate, and forge strong connections with families, caregivers, and our multidisciplinary team., • Masterful Degree: A degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution, advanced experience a plus but not required., • License to Heal: Virginia & DC state licensure (or eligibility) to practice your heroic craft., • Experience: Experience in pediatric occupational therapy is heroic. We are seeking heroes with least 2 years experience is required due to limited supervision and mentoring., • Value Alignment: Collaboration, inclusivity, lifelong learning, accountability, credibility, and adaptability is what we live and work by., • Availability to Work with Our Squad: A minimum of 4 hours is required and can be done mornings or afternoons., • Clearance for the Hero Hall of Fame: Ability to pass basic drug screen and background check, valid CPR/first aid certification or ability to obtain and current TB test., • Tech-Savvy Superpowers: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, iPad, and EMR system wizardry., • Superhero-Level Communication Powers: Masterful communication skills, both written and verbal., • Well stocked and organized clinic with sensory equipment, games, other therapeutic supplies, • Access to clinical resources, available online and in office, • Flexible schedule and autonomy, • Scheduling handled by admin team so you can concentrate on your patients, • Waiting list of children ready for immediate scheduling, • Opportunities for additional work in the future so you can grow with us, • Accrued paid time off, • Occupational Therapist, • 1 year minimum experience preferred but new grads welcome to apply, • Degree from an accredited school or program., • Current Board of Occupational Therapy license issued by the state of Virginia., • Experience working with children with developmental delays is preferred., • Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices found to benefit children, • Experience and ability to work independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and organizational priorities., • Candidate should demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills with a variety of individuals and groups. Should exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality., • Good working knowledge in all applicable computer programs (Microsoft Office) and use of iPad., • Valid CPR certification & TB Test., • Provide client-based treatment, • Provide ongoing parent/family/teacher education, • Plan individual treatment programs based on client’s needs and adjust as needed, • Administer pediatric standardized assessments, • Knowledge of sensory integration theory and practice, • Promote developmentally appropriate skills in areas of fine/visual motor, feeding, self-help, language and social-emotional development, • Feeding difficulties / oral motor delays, • Sensory processing and motor planning difficulties, • Global developmental delays, • Neuromuscular impairments, • Genetic disorders, • Learning disabilities, • Autism, • ADHD & self regulation challenges, • Executive functioning weaknesses, • Visual motor and perceptual deficits, • Cerebral Palsy, • Duties require extensive standing and walking., • Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients. Join us in rewriting the story of pediatric therapy - one miraculous moment at a time. Apply now and help us in supporting and empowering children and families to climb to their fullest potential. Visit our website at to learn more about our practice