Occupational Therapist (OT) - Center Based

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Center-Based

Work Location:
760 North Drive, Suite E-F, Melbourne, FL 32934

About the Role
Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide professional, goal-oriented center-based therapy services to pediatric clients. Our Pediatric Day Health Care Centers are bright, fun places designed especially for children with complex medical needs. We provide a safe, caring environment for children up to age eight to receive skilled nursing care and therapies while playing and interacting with their peers.

We are currently hiring a Occupational Therapist to join our incredible team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our kiddos. If you are passionate about contributing to your community and enhancing the lives of children, this is the position for you!

Position Details:

• Rate: Starting at $35/hour
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, daytime only; no nights and no weekends!

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide occupational therapy services as prescribed by the physician.
• Conduct comprehensive written evaluations to define therapy needs, goals, and expected outcomes.
• Develop and implement a written Plan of Care, coordinating with nursing staff and other healthcare team members to ensure continuous care.
• Administer appropriate therapy techniques according to identified goals and treatment programs.
• Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members, and families.
• Ensure patient safety through diligent administration of care.
• Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
• Provide written evaluations and progress updates to physicians and Aveanna as required.
• Participate in in-services and case conferences as necessary.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs) when required.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Florida.
• Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance with care policies and procedures.

Preferences:

• One year of recent experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care setting.
• Experience working with pediatric populations is preferred.

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to adhere to confidentiality standards and maintain professional boundaries.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and twisting.
• Capability to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance.
• Strong visual and hearing acuity.
• Ability to respond physically and mentally to emergency situations.

Environment:

• Ability to function in a variety of center environments, which may involve exposure to allergens and other 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.

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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