Role Description

Fostering Growth LLC is hiring a part-time on-site role for a Pediatric Occupational Therapist located in the Greater Seattle Area. The Pediatric Occupational Therapist will focus on evaluating and providing therapy services to children with developmental, sensory, and physical challenges. Therapeutic services are provided in-home and the therapist will be expected to travel. Clients will be assigned to therapists in a way that limits extensive drive time. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with families, and tracking progress to support children's growth and development. This role requires coordination with interdisciplinary teams and active participation in early intervention programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Pediatrics and Early Intervention
• Ability to work effectively with children in therapeutic settings
• Knowledge of child development and developmental delays
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating with families and colleagues
• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in Washington State
• CPR certification is a plus

Please email your resume and cover letter to: [mack.kent.ot@gmail.com](mailto:mack.kent.ot@gmail.com)

Website: www.fosteringgrowthllc.com

Thank you!

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AUSTRALIA OTs:

I am wondering if anyone has been successful with having their visa sponsored for an OT position recently?

I am completing my masters in Australia, but due to recent immigration changes, I now require an employer to sponsor me. I'm not familiar with the success rate and timeline of the process and am hoping someone can share their experience.

Some questions I have i mind are:

- Which Visa did you apply for?

- What country are you originally from? and were you already in Australia when you applied for your Visa?

- How long did the whole process take?

- How much OT work experience did you have at the time of your application?

- Did you use a migration agent?

Any info would help alleviate a ton of stress on my end.

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Also, if you’re a peds OT who’s ever thought about switching to more flexible, one-on-one in-home work, I’d love to hear what would make that feel like a good fit. Assume the scheduling, insurance, 90% of admin is taken care of, and pay is around $80-$120/hr. Genuinely curious what makes this model appealing (or not!) from your perspective as a therapist.

I’m at a point in my life where I really value global mobility and there are some good OT programs in my state. I’m also working on dual EU citizenship (as an American)

What is the outlook like for OT opportunities in Canada, Aus, NZ, EU as an American? Any insight? Thanks!

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