Pediatric Occupational Therapist
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Job Location:
Janesville, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR)
Location: Janesville WI
Setting: Outpatient Pediatric Private Practice
Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
WellTech Partners is partnering with a growing pediatric therapy clinic seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist (OTR) to join their expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for an OT who enjoys working with children and wants to be part of a clinic experiencing significant growth and community impact.
Current Occupational Therapy Team Structure
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1 OTR currently working 1 day per week
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2 COTAs on staff
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Growing caseload creating supervision demand
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Strong referral pipeline with waiting lists in the community
This new hire will play an important role in helping expand the clinics OT services and support the growing patient population.
Responsibilities
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Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
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Provide therapeutic interventions designed to improve physical emotional and functional abilities
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Support children with developmental delays sensory regulation challenges and autism
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Collaborate with speech therapists educators and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care
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Educate families on therapy goals home exercises and strategies for daily living
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Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
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Stay current with occupational therapy research and best practices
Qualifications
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Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
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Current state licensure (or eligibility) as an Occupational Therapist
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Strong understanding of anatomy physiology and occupational therapy principles
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Experience working with pediatric populations particularly children with autism preferred
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Experience with sensory integration or pediatric feeding therapy is a plus
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Adult therapy experience is helpful but not required
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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Join a rapidly growing pediatric therapy clinic
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Work in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment
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Be part of a clinic expanding to a brand new 8400 sq ft therapy facility
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Help shape and grow the Occupational Therapy program
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Make a meaningful impact in a community with strong demand for pediatric therapy services
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The Occupational Therapist will work with individuals of all ages including children with autism helping them achieve rehabilitation goals and improve their quality of life through individualized therapeutic interventions. Experience with sensory regulation and pediatric feeding is a plus. Adult experience is also welcomed but not required.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients to determine their needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implement therapeutic interventions aimed at improving patients physical emotional and social functioning.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive support for each patient.
- Educate patients and their families on treatment plans exercises and strategies for daily living.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes in accordance with medical standards.
- Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in occupational therapy to provide the highest quality of care.
- Provide support in various environments including home health settings schools inpatient facilities and outpatient clinics.
About Janesville Wisconsin
Janesville is a welcoming community located in southern Wisconsin conveniently situated:
- 45 minutes from Madison WI
- 1.5 hours from Milwaukee
- 90 minutes from Chicago
- Over 2500 acres of parks and trails
- Beautiful Rock River waterfront
- Family-friendly neighborhoods
- A strong sense of community and local support for healthcare services
- Easy access to larger metro areas for dining entertainment and travel
- 45 minutes from Madison WI
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
