Speech Pathways of St. Johns is a growing, family-owned Speech Language Pathologist & Occupational Therapy practice located in Jacksonville, FL. Our mission is to help as well as we can in our area. It is important to be aware that you will be asked to become a part of a team, a family! We want our families to feel as welcome as we would at their home.
We are looking to expand our current team of Occupational Therapists. Our therapists are required to screen for potential occupational needs, perform evaluations, provide therapy services in daycares, in the office, possible home locations and also instruct social skills groups. While we provide services to all ages, the majority of our clientele is pediatrics. Pediatric experience is required. The qualified candidate will have the flexibility to make their own schedule and have their own means of transportation. The position will start as part time (ALREADY HAVE SEVERAL PATIENTS {14 hours+} WITH NEED TO INCREASE) with the possibility to grow to full time as case load increases, our caseloads grow pretty fast. We would love to grow this caseload to a full caseload. As an Occupational Therapist, you should have excellent communication (with co-workers and patients) and organizational skills.
The position currently has clients on Tuesdays from 1-5ish and Thursdays from 8:45-5ish. We have other clients waiting to be seen on other days as well.
This is a contractor position where rates are negotiable
Pay: $50-60.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Candidates must be licensed in the state of Florida, have a valid NBCOT, and be able to fully pass a level two background check. Responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of children with a variety of developmental, fine motor, self-care, and feeding delays. It would be a plus if you were comfortable with sensory integration.
We have a contract-based therapist position available. We offer a flexible work environment that is full of opportunity to be creative and shine!
Benefits/Perks
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.
Responsibilities
- Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs
- Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient
- Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals
- Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care
- Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress
Qualifications
- Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients
