Regional Traveling Occupational Therapist

As a Regional Traveling Occupational Therapist at Cranial Technologies, your daily responsibilities will include evaluating and treating infants with plagiocephaly, utilizing the DOC Band, conducting follow-up appointments, and maintaining communication with parents and pediatricians. You'll have the chance to build long-term relationships with families while ensuring their children receive the best care possible.

To be considered for the Regional Traveling Occupational Therapist position at Cranial Technologies, you must hold a valid occupational therapy license. While a pediatric background is preferred, it’s not mandatory as we provide comprehensive training. Our formal mentorship program ensures you have a smooth transition into pediatric care.

Cranial Technologies offers an extensive training program designed to equip new Regional Traveling Occupational Therapists with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to excel in treating infants with plagiocephaly. This includes hands-on mentoring from experienced clinicians and access to resources that focus on infant development and treatment methodologies.

In the Regional Traveling Occupational Therapist role at Cranial Technologies, you'll be traveling to various clinics throughout the Northeast. The company takes care of all travel accommodations and expenses to ensure that you can focus on your job without the stress of logistics.

As a Regional Traveling Occupational Therapist at Cranial Technologies, you can expect an excellent benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, a 401k retirement plan, 3.5 weeks of paid time off, life insurance, and both short and long-term disability insurance.

When asked this question, consider discussing your methodologies for assessing each infant's needs, how you collaborate with families, and the importance of customizing treatment plans to achieve the best outcomes. Highlight any relevant experience or training in pediatric care.

This is a great opportunity to share any experience you have in pediatric occupational therapy or with infants that may not be typical. Be sure to focus on your communication skills, patience, and any strategies you’ve used that cater specifically to young children.

Explain how you prioritize open and honest communication with parents, focusing on empathy and clarity. Sharing a specific example of a challenging conversation where you successfully navigated the parent’s concerns can be impactful.

Discuss a range of engagement techniques tailored to young children, such as using toys or games to make therapy enjoyable. Include strategies for keeping parents involved and informed to reinforce compliance.

Share a specific situation that illustrates your flexibility and creativity. Discuss how you assessed the child's needs and the alternative strategies you implemented to achieve successful outcomes.

Position your answer around the impact of helping children achieve better health outcomes. Speak to the joy of seeing visible improvements in patients and building relationships with those families along the way.

If you have experience with the DOC Band, share what you know about its applications and effectiveness. If you haven't worked with it before, express your enthusiasm to learn about its use and discuss any related experience with orthotics.

Detail your organizational strategies and any tools you use to stay efficient. Emphasize the importance of effective communication with team members and how this aids in seamless patient care.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through professional development opportunities, attending workshops, and staying abreast of current research and literature in the field.

This question is your chance to express your passion for pediatric care and your admiration for Cranial Technologies’ dedication to treating plagiocephaly. Mention how the mission aligns with your own values and career goals.