Occupational Therapist Relief – AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Providing faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Relief. 4 days/week until the end of December and then an as need basis

Shift : Days

Location:

B.E. Smith Family Center

7415 GRANDVIEW ST, Shawnee Mission, 66204

The community you’ll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you’ll contribute:

Lee Ann Britain Infant Development Center (Britain IDC) is an early intervention program for children from birth through six years of age with special needs. The Pathways Program is an early intervention program within Britain IDC that is specifically designed to serve the needs of young children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates plans and administers appropriate techniques of treatment as prescribed by a physician. The OT administers direct patient care treatments in a professional manner and within hospital standards and completes timely and thorough documentation.

S/he conducts individual and group therapy sessions both on land and in the water to assist children to attain maximum potential of fine motor, sensory processing, and self-help skills. S/he works closely with parents and other professional staff and participates in team conferences. S/he determines appropriate equipment for patients and may also assist teachers in the classroom with adaptations for students for optimal performance.

S/he is accountable for practicing within the parameters of the State Board of Healing Arts, and all regulatory standards and established policies, protocols, and procedures.

The Occupational Therapist demonstrates leadership/management skills and a commitment to professional accountability and growth. The Occupational Therapist serves as a role model for the mission, vision and values of Shawnee Mission Health.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Conduct initial and annual re-assessments of children on caseload.

• Develop comprehensive evaluation reports for the family and insurance companies.

• Provide direct therapy to assist children to develop maximum fine motor, sensory processing, self-help, and feeding skills.

• Collaborate with other team members including physical, speech-language and music therapists as well as early childhood special educators and paraprofessionals.

• Provide parent training and education individually and in a group setting.

• Collaborate with director and social worker on individual child and family needs and accessing community resources.

• Maintain a professional team relationship with co-workers by being considerate of workloads, assisting with duties, and being supportive toward their continued growth.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· Bachelors and 1 years experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Master's Degree

• 1 to 2 Years of Position-Related Experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support

• Occupational Therapist

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION: LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Kansas Occupational Therapist License

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

• First Aid Certification

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Rehabilitation Services

Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24015732

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.