Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Outpatient) FT/PT/PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Come join Arbor Therapy's multidisciplinary team as an Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist (PRN)!

Arbor Therapy is a leading provider of therapeutic services across the lifespan in the East and West Valley of Phoenix, Arizona. With a mission to provide exceptional, compassionate, and evidence-based care , Arbor Therapy is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of each client and their family. We are committed to helping each client reach their full potential through a collaborative, individualized approach and believe in the power of positive, strengths-based support and care.

We are seeking a dedicated and flexible Occupational Therapist (PRN) to join our team on an as-needed basis. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality care, supporting the needs of our clients, and stepping in to assist when full-time staff are unavailable.

Our AAC program is expanding, and we welcome team members who are passionate about supporting communication in innovative ways.

Role Overview:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat gross motor skills, fine motor skills, sensory, feeding, and other activities of daily living
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans to address areas of need using evidenced-based approaches and individualized therapeutic strategies
• Closely monitor and document progress, adjusting intervention as necessary to support optimal outcomes
• Engage parents and caregivers in the therapeutic process, providing education and resources to support the client's progress and development
• Collaborate with a team of professionals, including speech-language and physical therapists, to ensure a comprehensive approach to care
• Complete succinct documentation of services in a timely manner

Requirements:

• Master's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program
• Active occupational therapist license from the Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Experience or interest in early intervention and treating developmental disabilities
• Passion for continuous learning and development of professional skills and knowledge
• Positive and professional demeanor, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience or interest in feeding intervention is strongly preferred, but not required
• Experience with AAC is a plus!
• Bilingualism is a plus!

Working Conditions:

This position requires intermittent standing, lifting, kneeling, and sitting. In addition, this position may include working closely with clients who have mental, physical, and/or behavioral diagnoses and may be verbally or physically combative.

Arbor Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We foster the same inclusion both within our company and our stakeholders and partners.