• CCIU Occupational Therapist

    Aveanna Healthcare (West Grove, PA)


    CCIU Occupational Therapist - West Grove, PA

     

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    Job Details

    Requisition #:

    208026

    Location:

    West Grove, PA 19390

    Category:

    OT

    Salary:

    $70.00 - $90.00 per hour

    Position Details

    Position Overview

    The ABA Occupational Therapist is responsible and accountable for evaluation, coordination and administration of quality occupational therapy services.

     

    + Location: West Grove

    + Schedule: Monday to Friday

    + Times: 8:30AM to 2:15PM

    + Start Date: Immediate Openings

    + Setting: School-Based Therapy

    + Caseload: Multiple Disabilities / Autism K-12th Grade

    Essential Job Functions

    + Provide occupational therapy services as outlined in the student’s IEP, based on evaluations and team recommendations.

    + Follow all school district policies, professional practice standards, licensure regulations, and applicable state and federal laws (e.g., IDEA).

    + Conduct and document comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to identify student needs, develop goals, and determine appropriate services.

    + Develop a written therapy plan of care aligned with the student’s IEP goals and in coordination with the IEP team.

    + Implement therapy using appropriate, evidence-based techniques to support student progress toward identified IEP goals.

    + Participate in the coordination of services with the IEP team, including parents/guardians, teachers, special education staff, school nurses, and administrators.

    + Ensure a safe environment for students during all therapy sessions and activities.

    + Stay informed about the student’s educational and functional status through communication with staff and regular observation.

    + Maintain consistent and effective communication with school staff, families, and other members of the IEP team.

    + Serve as a resource and consultant to school staff regarding student needs, accommodations, classroom strategies, and equipment use.

    + Document student progress toward goals in compliance with school and district guidelines, and share updates with the IEP team as scheduled or requested.

    + Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and professional development/in-service trainings.

    + Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) or other support personnel, as required by licensure and district policy.

    Requirements

    • Occupational Therapy Master’s Degree from an accredited university/program

    • Certification in Occupational Therapy

    • Completion of accredited Occupational Therapy Program

    • Current and unrestricted license in the state of practice

    • Current CPR certification

    • Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures

     

    Additional state specific requirements• Any additional Occupational Therapist licensure board requirements in the state of practice

     

    • Continuing Education as required by state

    Preferences

    • One (1) year of recent experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care setting

    • Pediatric experience

    Other Skills/Abilities• Ability to adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times

    • Attention to detail

    • Time Management

    • Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution

    • Good organization and communication skills

    Physical Requirements

    • Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English

    • Must be able to travel

    • Must be able to lift 50 pounds

    • Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting

    • Must be able to sit and climb stairs

    • Must have visual and hearing acuity

    • Must have strong sense of smell and touch

    • Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance

    • Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport

    Environment

    • Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions

    • Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

    Other Duties

    • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

     

    Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

     

    As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

     

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