Occupational Therapist Eligibility Application SY 23-24

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in occupational therapy.

OR

• Any combination of training which includes the completion of a bachelor's degree program and which meet the requirements of the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy.

*Certificates/Licenses

• Possession of a valid license to practice as an Occupational Therapist as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• The principles, practices, methods, materials, and techniques used in occupational therapy.
• The possible hazard to patients during treatment and of the necessary precautionary and remedial measures and techniques.
• Community organizations and facilities, especially those involved in services for individuals with disabilities.
• The psychological and educational processes involved in the treatment of the severely and profoundly mentally challenged and the physically and orthopedically challenged.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Understand, interpret, and implement the oral and written instructions of a physician.
• Select, apply, and adapt materials and methods appropriate for the therapeutic treatment of physically challenged children and young adults.
• Gain the confidence and cooperation of pupils while rendering therapeutic services and instruct them, their parents, teachers, and staff in understanding and dealing with disabilities and health problems.
• Prepare and maintain thorough and comprehensive records and reports.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

NOTE: Salary is commensurate with experience in education and educational attainment.  Both prior experience and educational degree must go through the District's verification process in order for final salary to be confirmed.  Please click this link to read through the process and download the verification forms for your previous employer(s) to complete.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Nondiscrimination: The School District of Philadelphia provides to all persons equal access to all categories of employment in this District, regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin or handicap/disability, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 104 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.