PRN Occupational Therapist Pediatrics

Occupational Therapist (PRN)The Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR- PRN) works to ensure the identification and accommodation of eligible children (birth to 36 months old). The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluation and/or treatment programming for infants and toddlers who live in the catchment area of the program, which includes Fort Bend and Waller Counties. The OTR treatment for enrolled children is recommended by the interdisciplinary team and may include complex treatment procedures, documenting patient progress in chart, oral motor, motor/reflex development, positioning, sensory, assistive technology devices/service and conferring regularly with their ECI Team members. The OTR supervises assigned Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) as needed, according to the Texas Occupational Therapist Act and Rules requirements. The position works under the direction of ECI Program Managers.The OT is responsible and accountable for the adherence to and promotion of the compliance policy. Working hours will vary if PRN.Salary Range: $44.23 per hourRequired Education and/or Certifications, Experience, SkillsOccupational Therapist, Registered license from the Texas State Board of Occupational Therapy ExaminersValid, Current Texas Driver LicenseKnowledge of infant/child developmentKnowledge of early intervention techniquesKnowledge of community resourcesKnowledge of assessment techniquesInterpersonal skills for positive interaction with individualsAbility to work independentlyAbility to communicate both orally & in writingAbility to exercise sound judgment in applying departmental policy & procedureAbility to use/interpret standardized testing instrumentsPreferred Education and/or Certifications, Experience, SkillsPrevious work experience in pediatric therapyBilingual and pediatrics experienceJob Related Physical RequirementsAbility to perform CPRKneelingPushingLight lifting (15 lbs)Climbing stairsOperating mechanical equipmentLight carrying (15 lbs)Pulling hand over handOperating a motor vehicleAbility to seeReaching over shoulderSimple GraspingHearing (with or without aid)WalkingStandingAbility to writeSittingTwistingTexana Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer