Occupational Therapist (OT)

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SummaryNisma Therapy Services is a small, family oriented practice serving pediatric and adult clients in Fairbanks. We're growing our occupational therapy team and welcome applications from licensed Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.Our OTs evaluate and treat clients with needs in fine motor skills, visual motor skills, sensory processing, self care, feeding, and daily living. They build individualized care plans, provide evidence based treatment in the clinic and through telehealth, and supervise COTAs, aides, and students. Duties & ResponsibilitiesOccupational TherapistConduct evaluations and reevaluations, interpret results, and write reportsDevelop individualized care plans with measurable short and long term goals, renewing them before they expireProvide direct treatment to clients and caregivers, adjusting goals and strategies based on progressDeliver services in person or through telehealth, choosing the clinically appropriate model for each clientComplete daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries within clinic deadlinesEducate clients and families with home programs, equipment recommendations, and strategiesSupervise COTAs per Alaska requirements, including supervision contact and documentation, and supervise aides and students during treatmentGive clinical input on OT waitlist triage and schedulingCommunicate with referring providers, schools, and payers, and support authorization requests with documentationFabricate splints and adaptive equipment and consult on positioning and environmental design as neededAll team membersCollaborate with SLP, PT, and administrative staff on shared clientsFollow clinic policies and proceduresMeet productivity expectations and attend required supervision and team meetings Benefits & PerksCompetitive pay based on experience and qualificationsBenefits PackageFlexible scheduling and work life balancePaid time off accrual and paid holidays401(k) with company matchCEU reimbursement or stipendsSupervision support for COTAs, clinical fellows, and new graduatesTraining and professional development supportTelehealth optionsRoom to grow within the companyA collaborative, family oriented team cultureAlaska's outdoor and wildlife experiences right outside your door Requirements:

Qualifications & LicensingOccupational TherapistMaster's or doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE accredited programNBCOT certificationAlaska OT license, or eligibility to obtain before startAll positionsCurrent CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain upon hireStrong written and verbal communication skillsComfort with EMR systems, video platforms, and basic office softwarePediatric experience strongly preferred; adult experience is a plusA passion for helping clients reach their daily living goalsCompensation details: 45-65 Hourly WagePI39b80cb250bd-25405-41491990