Occupational Therapist (FT)

Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by BACA
Zionsville, IN
Health Care
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

BACA is looking for Occupational Therapists (OT) to join their growing therapy team. We have educational centers that provides services for students with autism, as well as other related disorders. Our related services team consists of speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and music therapy. OTs are an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, supporting exceptional outcomes for our students. 

Responsibilities:

Complete initial evaluation of client utilizing observation and/or standardized testing and establish an appropriate plan of care for each client

Collaborate with ABA staff, client family, and other professionals as needed to establish an appropriate transition plan for client upon discharge from BACA

Provide OT telemedicine evaluations and treatment sessions as needed for client's who are unable to participate in in-person services

Contact client-specific outpatient occupational and physical therapists, as appropriate

Make recommendations for appropriate outpatient services

Maintain contact with legal guardian(s) of clients, as appropriate

Attend parent and clinical meetings, as appropriate

Complete staff education as a whole or individually with staff members concerning Occupational Therapy topics, as appropriate

Post weekly schedule to inform staff of scheduled sessions with clients and availability for staff questions

Participate in projects to advance the Occupational Therapy program, as well as the center as a whole, as appropriate

Maintain up-to-date files on each client, including evaluations, checklists and samples of client’s work, as appropriate

Complete daily treatment session notes by 9:00 the following business day

Maintain accurate billing information for each client

Maintain Occupational Therapy equipment

Abide by rules and regulations of insurance companies if client is billed for Occupational Therapy services

Be available for consultation regarding VB-MAPP testing

Collaborate with appropriate members of client’s team concerning program planning

Qualifications:

Have Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an academic program accredited by ACOTE and have received a passing score on the NBCOT exam

Have and maintain Indiana Occupational Therapy License

Experience working with individuals with Autism and other comorbid diagnoses ages 1-22

Work in a fast-paced environment and be able to make quick decisions and communicate readily

Transition from various sitting levels (child-sized chair, floor)

Able to sit in child-sized chair for at least 20 minutes

Able to go up and down stairs

Bending/Squatting

Able to lift and position a client with appropriate body mechanics with 1-3 person lifting/transferring techniques

Must be free of medications that would decrease coordination or alertness putting clients or other employees at risk

BACA is part of LEARN Behavioral, a national organization dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs. LEARN serves communities from coast to coast. And we’re growing every day.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.   

Reference: 200069204

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Occupational Therapist (FT)

Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by BACA

Zionsville, IN
Health Care
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

BACA is looking for Occupational Therapists (OT) to join their growing therapy team. We have educational centers that provides services for students with autism, as well as other related disorders. Our related services team consists of speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and music therapy. OTs are an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, supporting exceptional outcomes for our students. 

Responsibilities:

Complete initial evaluation of client utilizing observation and/or standardized testing and establish an appropriate plan of care for each client

Collaborate with ABA staff, client family, and other professionals as needed to establish an appropriate transition plan for client upon discharge from BACA

Provide OT telemedicine evaluations and treatment sessions as needed for client's who are unable to participate in in-person services

Contact client-specific outpatient occupational and physical therapists, as appropriate

Make recommendations for appropriate outpatient services

Maintain contact with legal guardian(s) of clients, as appropriate

Attend parent and clinical meetings, as appropriate

Complete staff education as a whole or individually with staff members concerning Occupational Therapy topics, as appropriate

Post weekly schedule to inform staff of scheduled sessions with clients and availability for staff questions

Participate in projects to advance the Occupational Therapy program, as well as the center as a whole, as appropriate

Maintain up-to-date files on each client, including evaluations, checklists and samples of client’s work, as appropriate

Complete daily treatment session notes by 9:00 the following business day

Maintain accurate billing information for each client

Maintain Occupational Therapy equipment

Abide by rules and regulations of insurance companies if client is billed for Occupational Therapy services

Be available for consultation regarding VB-MAPP testing

Collaborate with appropriate members of client’s team concerning program planning

Qualifications:

Have Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an academic program accredited by ACOTE and have received a passing score on the NBCOT exam

Have and maintain Indiana Occupational Therapy License

Experience working with individuals with Autism and other comorbid diagnoses ages 1-22

Work in a fast-paced environment and be able to make quick decisions and communicate readily

Transition from various sitting levels (child-sized chair, floor)

Able to sit in child-sized chair for at least 20 minutes

Able to go up and down stairs

Bending/Squatting

Able to lift and position a client with appropriate body mechanics with 1-3 person lifting/transferring techniques

Must be free of medications that would decrease coordination or alertness putting clients or other employees at risk

BACA is part of LEARN Behavioral, a national organization dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs. LEARN serves communities from coast to coast. And we’re growing every day.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.   

Reference: 200069204

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