Pediatric Village is looking for employees that want to become part of our village. We have an immediate opening for a full-time Pediatric Occupational Therapist. The applicant should be able to connect on levels that are relatable to our families and be able to develop trusting relationships. The applicant must be innovative and creative, offer new ideas on how to better serve our community and clients, be reliable, flexible, and motivated to serve.
This position covers all Central Oregon with most visits in Bend. Reliable transportation is required. This position is a mix of home, preschool, and outpatient visits. The applicant will also be leading sensorimotor groups at a few preschools in Bend. Pediatric experience is strongly preferred but not mandatory.
This position provides the opportunity for you to work closely with families for occupational therapy intervention including helping them connect with local resources, implementing changes in routines and home programs, skill building, and supporting the family in any way necessary – promoting the village mentality of collaboratively addressing the needs of the family and the client. The parents needs and mental health are often overlooked, pediatric village strives to ensure parents have all the tools and resources needed to help their family thrive.
You will have the flexibility of scheduling your own clients based on the needs of your personal schedule. The applicant must enjoy working on a team but also be independent and able to problem solve on the spot. Clear, direct communication and documentation with team members and families is mandatory. We are looking for someone who wants to grow their knowledge and skills as a therapist.
If you are passionate about finding new ways to improve the lives of the children and families we serve, we look forward to hearing from you.
This position is 30-40 hours a week with a caseload of 20-30 kiddos. Pay per visit or employee contracts available. Pay rate will vary based on individual contract. Looking for an immediate hire for a start date of September 9, 2024. The onboarding process can take some time. Offering relocation assistance.