NICU Float OT: Neonatal Rehab & Feeding

Texas Childrens Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital in Houston is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support NICU patients in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role involves planning, evaluating, organizing, and implementing developmentally appropriate OT treatment programs for infants and mothers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, OT certification, and, ideally, 3+ years of NICU experience (prefer Level 4) with independence in infant feeding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy required.
• OT certification required.
• 2 years' clinical experience preferred.
• Ideal candidate will be self-motivated, a good communicator and works well within a team.
• NICU float assignment; 3+ years NICU experience preferred, Level 4 and independent infant feeding desired.
• Neonatal certification (CNT) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient evaluations and reassessments per hospital guidelines.
• Develop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Set measurable long-term and short-term goals.
• Manage schedule to meet productivity expectations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team for patient care.
• Monitor patient response to treatment.
• Recommend adaptive equipment or termination of treatment when needed.
• Assess patient and family needs and teach accordingly.
• Document patient information in the EMR.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good communicator

Team player

3+ NICU experience (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

OT certification

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital in Houston is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support NICU patients in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role involves planning, evaluating, organizing, and implementing developmentally appropriate OT treatment programs for infants and mothers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, OT certification, and, ideally, 3+ years of NICU experience (prefer Level 4) with independence in infant feeding.