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Occupational Therapist - Contract

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university
  • Valid Pennsylvania state licensure in Occupational Therapy
  • At least two years of pediatric or multidisciplinary setting OT experience
  • Experience with telehealth preferred

Responsibilities

  • Complete a minimum of six 60-minute OT evaluations per week (direct clinical service) with 30 minutes of documentation time (non-direct clinical service)
  • Identify candidates for short-term, focused OT treatment programs and conduct 30-minute treatment sessions as clinically indicated
  • Participate in weekly team meetings (approximately 30 minutes per week)
  • Maintain a flexible clinical schedule with morning and evening evaluation times (8–10 am and 3–7 pm) and weekday/weekend availability, with a focus on weekday after 3 pm EST and/or weekend evaluations

About the company

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Blackbird Health

Mental Health Care

A mental health practice for kids and young adults struggling with social, developmental, and school-related challenges. We are dedicated to achieving better outcomes, faster, by taking the trial and error out of diagnosis and treatment.

Company details

IndustryMental Health Care
Company size2 - 10

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Job description

About Blackbird Health

Blackbird Health is clinician-founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. We believe that providing the best care for children starts with building the best possible team. We deliver virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey—and we’re growing into new markets in 2026. 

At Blackbird, we take a whole-child approach, looking at how the brain, body, and behavior interact to address the root causes of challenges, not just the symptoms. Every role matters here, and you’ll join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team that’s shaping the future of pediatric mental health care. If you’re passionate about helping children and families while growing your career, Blackbird is the place to make an impact.  Comment end 

Join us and help change mental health care for children for the better! 

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, the Occupational Therapist efficiently and accurately provides evidence-based evaluations and treatment sessions focused on supporting emotional regulation, sensory processing, executive functioning, and participation in daily activities. Through collaboration with other specialty providers, this position develops and implements individualized treatment plans for new and existing Blackbird patients.

As part of a fast-growing, innovative startup, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge, interdisciplinary care models and help shape the future of behavioral and developmental healthcare.

Enjoy the flexibility of a remote environment, with the option to work onsite on a need basis (1x a week) in our Fort Washington, Exton, Langhorne, King of Prussia or Doylestown PA clinic locations.

What makes you, you:

  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
  • Proficient in navigating electronic medical record systems and related technology.
  • Commitment to evidence-based practice and continued professional development.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Flexibility and initiative to adapt in a dynamic, innovative work environment.
  • Receptive to clinical feedback and committed to professional growth.

How you’ll make an impact: 

  • Complete a set number (minimum 6 per week) of 60-minute occupational therapy evaluations (direct clinical service), with 30-minute documentation time (non-direct clinical service).
  • Identify candidates for short-term, focused OT treatment programs and conduct 30-minute treatment sessions as clinically indicated.
  • Participate in weekly team meetings (approximately 30 minutes per week).
  • Maintain a clinical schedule that includes a combination of morning and evening evaluation times (8–10 am and 3–7 pm) and weekday/weekend availability (preference for candidates with weekend availability).
  • This position will primarily focus on weekday evaluations after 3 pm EST and/or weekend evaluations.

The basics you’ll need:

  • Education: Master’s degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
  • Licensure: Licensure: Valid Pennsylvania state license in Occupational Therapy.
  • Experience: At least two years of experience providing occupational therapy services in a pediatric or multidisciplinary setting; experience with telehealth preferred.
Salary Range
$45$55 USD

Join us!

To raise the standard of pediatric mental health care through accurate understanding and precise treatment that reflect how each child’s brain, body, and behavior work together.

“It's so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one place. In addition, the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone.”

Fostering an inclusive environment:

Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. Blackbird provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiting@blackbirdhealth.com so we can support you.

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