Occupational Therapist - Infant/Child Development
Location: Salina, KS
Start Date: 01-16-2026
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, Day shift (flexible hours)
Candidate Pay Rate: $76000 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate occupational therapy services for infants and young children (primarily ages 0–3) in the Infant Child Development program
- Perform comprehensive assessments to identify developmental delays and functional deficits
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs, play, sensory integration, motor, cognitive, and psychosocial skills
- Deliver evidence-based treatment and therapeutic activities that engage the child and family
- Document evaluations, treatment progress, and discharge/transition plans accurately and timely
- Educate and collaborate with families and caregivers to reinforce carryover and functional strategies at home
- Consult and coordinate with interdisciplinary team members and community providers to ensure continuity of care
- Participate in program development, quality improvement, and community outreach to expand access to pediatric services
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy (required)
- Kansas Occupational Therapy License (required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification (must be completed within first 90 days of employment)
- Valid Kansas Driver's License (required)
- Pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred (at least one year preferred)
- Strong documentation skills and experience with treatment planning and discharge/transition planning
- Comfort working closely with families and in a community-based Infant Child Development program
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in pediatric assessment and intervention techniques
- Proficient with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) training and play-based therapy
- Knowledge of sensory integration strategies and neuromuscular development
- Skilled in treatment planning, clinical documentation, and progress measurement
- Strong patient and family education and coaching abilities
- Ability to consult and collaborate effectively across disciplines
- Familiarity with early intervention principles and community resources
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan with employer match to help you plan ahead
- Generous paid time off (Earned Time Off) plus an Extended Illness Bank
- Tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness programs to support your growth
- Short- and long-term disability coverage and group life insurance for peace of mind
- On-site fitness center, wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Leadership growth opportunities and college partnership discounts for career development
- Employee pharmacy discounts, payroll deduction options, and other staff perks
- Flexible scheduling options and a supportive team culture that values YOU
- Holiday pay and additional programs like ETO donation and sell-back
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Occupational Therapist - Infant/Child Development? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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