Oral Placement Therapist
Thanal (Daya Rehabilitation Trust) · thanal.org.in
Kozhikode
The job in short
Oral placement therapy for speech.
Clinical
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-03-10
- Location as listed
- Kozhikode, Kerala, India
- Role
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Summary
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.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct comprehensive assessment of oral-motor, feeding, and related functional skills in pediatric clients.
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Identify difficulties related to oral-motor control, chewing, biting, swallowing, feeding, and oral sensory-motor functions.
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Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on the child's clinical needs.
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Provide Oral Placement Therapy and related oral-motor interventions within the therapist's scope of practice and training.
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Work with children presenting with developmental delays, neurological conditions, developmental disabilities, and other pediatric conditions affecting oral functions.
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Address appropriate areas such as:
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Jaw stability and control
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Lip closure and movement
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Tongue movement and coordination
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Chewing and biting skills
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Oral sensory awareness
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Feeding readiness and functional feeding skills
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Oral-motor coordination
Requirements
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Relevant certification/training in Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) is required.
• Additional training in pediatric feeding, oral-motor therapy, sensory integration, or related areas will be an advantage.
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