About the role
We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Oral Placement Therapist (OPT) to join our pediatric rehabilitation team. The therapist will be responsible for assessing and providing therapeutic interventions for children with oral-motor, feeding, swallowing, speech-related, and related functional difficulties.
The role involves working closely with children, parents/caregivers, and a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized intervention plans and support functional improvement.
Conduct comprehensive assessment of oral-motor, feeding, and related functional skills in pediatric clients.
Identify difficulties related to oral-motor control, chewing, biting, swallowing, feeding, and oral sensory-motor functions.
Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on the child's clinical needs.
Provide Oral Placement Therapy and related oral-motor interventions within the therapist's scope of practice and training.
Work with children presenting with developmental delays, neurological conditions, developmental disabilities, and other pediatric conditions affecting oral functions.
Address appropriate areas such as:
Jaw stability and control
Lip closure and movement
Tongue movement and coordination
Chewing and biting skills
Oral sensory awareness
Feeding readiness and functional feeding skills
Oral-motor coordination
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