Occupational Therapy Assistant (Kids First Fort Smith, AR)

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy PLUS two (2) years experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant desirable
• Certified by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) or eligible to apply for the examination and current Arkansas license or eligible to obtain license within 1 month from date of hire .

Knowledge, Skills & Activities:

• Excellent communication skills with adults and children.
• Must have the ability to function as a health care team member and operate within an interprofessional team.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Implements direct therapy for children with a variety of deficits in fine motor skills, visual perceptual motor skills, sensory processing and self-help skills, upper extremity strength, range of motion, muscle tone, dynamic sitting/standing balance for functional task and trunk stability, using evidence-based techniques. Continually monitors progress and makes modifications to treatment plan as needed.
• Documents services provided in a professional, timely manner. Carefully, prepares and provides billing documents according to KIDS FIRST and Medicaid guidelines on a weekly basis.
• Verifies accuracy billing documents through careful review of progress notes, treatment room sign-out forms, and child's individual Rx requirements.
• Collaborates and communicates with families, other therapists, nurses, social workers, director, developmental staff, and contractors to provide the best quality of care and optimal outcomes for each child.
• Encourages families to take an active role in supporting their child's development using the principles of Family Centered Care.
• Ensures minimum requirements to maintain state and professional licensure. Maintains knowledge of theories and techniques in the field of fine motor delays/disorders.
• Monitors the field of fine motor related issues as it relates to fine motor skills, visual perceptual motor skills, sensory processing and self-help skills, upper extremity strength, range of motion, muscle tone, dynamic sitting/standing balance for functional task and trunk stability using knowledge of best practice.
• Ensures work schedules met, arrives at work on time, reports to assigned area promptly, requests vacation and non-emergency sick leave in advance, and minimizes unplanned absences.

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Required Documents to Apply:

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.