School-Based Occupational Therapist - A-Line Staffing Solutions

A-Line is now hiring a School-Based Occupational Therapist in Columbus, OH.  The Occupational Therapist would be working for a Fortune 500 company and has career growth potential. This would be full time / 36+ hours per week.

If you are interested in this Occupational Therapist position please apply here, or contact Mia Garrett atMgarrett@alinestaffing.com or 586-422-1209.

Occupational Therapist Compensation

• The pay for this position is $35-$39 per hour
• Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment
• A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates

Occupational Therapist Highlights

• 2:00pm – 10:00pm Shift

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

• Assesses clients/consumers' physical capacities, developmental &/or psychosocial functions (e.g., motor cognitive, perceptual, behavioral, physical capacities) using standardized &/or non-standardized assessment & measuring tools, plans, coordinates & implements occupational therapy group or individual treatment plans for clients/consumers, determines appropriate therapy techniques & sequence & coordinates treatment plans with other programs for overall client/consumer benefit.
• Provides consultation with clients/consumers, other health care professionals & interested outside parties regarding client/consumer progress, recommendations for treatment & integration of plans with other programs; participates in planning, organizing & controlling occupational therapy services, policies & procedures; participates as interdisciplinary team member; assesses & locates suitable adaptive equipment.
• Documents evaluations, observations & assessments of client/consumer performance; records treatment plans & revisions; requisitions supplies & equipment; maintains records; keeps abreast of current knowledge relevant to occupational therapy through reading & attending in-service & mandated training; attends staff meetings.
• Exposed to unpredictable behavior of clients/consumers.
• Assesses, recommends and provides IEP mandated occupational therapy services
• Assesses student needs for occupational therapy schedules students for occupational therapy
• Assists and instructs students during therapeutic sessions according to students IEP goals
• Collaborates with the classroom teacher in the implementation of appropriate adaptations and accommodations to be used during the school day
• Collaborates with residential staff, when appropriate, to determine appropriate accommodations for use in the after-school program
• Communicates with parents about the students progress through progress reports and on a regular basis
• Submits monthly billing for Medicaid School Program
• Provides input and updates the IEP Team and/or transition team of students occupational therapy progress and needs
• Advises the school/parents about resources and/or equipment.
• Occupational Therapist Requirements
• Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapist License pursuant to Section 4755.02 of Revised Code.
• Biennial renewal of licensure as occupational therapist

Occupational Therapist Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient service and collaboration.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with case management principles and medical imaging techniques is a plus.
• Experience working in a school or with a student population
• ASL

If you think this Occupational Therapist position is a good fit for you, please reach out to me - feel free to call, e-mail, or apply to this posting!

Mia Garrett – Recruiting Assistant

Mgarrett@alinestaffing.com or 586-422-1209

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