Occupational Therapist- Homecare

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a licensed Pediatric Occupational Therapist to evaluate developmental and functional status, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy to children and families.

You will fabricate adaptive equipment, teach home programs, document progress, and participate in continuing education and staff education. Ohio license required; NBCOT registration; CPR within 60 days post hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• State of Ohio Licensure in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Registered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is required.
• CPR certification within 60 days post hire or post expiration is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations.
• Develops individualized treatment plans and administers therapeutic treatment to improve development, function, and independence.
• Fabricates or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to improve function and mobility; fits and instructs on use.
• Educates patients and families on treatment goals and home activities; documents progress and maintains caseload records.
• Coordinates with hospital staff, participates in continuing education, and may supervise students and trainees.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Job Description Summary

Evaluates the developmental and functional status of pediatric patients, administers treatment, fabricates, or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results and patient progress, and provides patient and family education.

Job Description

Essential Functions: Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan. Develops and administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits to provide optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities, modalities, and other treatment techniques to meet each patient’s specific needs and achieve therapy goals, observes, and modifies treatment plan accordingly. Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility. Fits patient and instructs on use of item. Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on therapeutic activities to follow at home, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding. Documents as appropriate and in compliance with requirements of the hospital and accrediting associations. Maintains the administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation. Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training programs to enhance professional development including participation in EBP. Conducts educational programs for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs, licensed and certified occupational therapy assistants, and unlicensed personnel, supervising care provided.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy, required.

Licensure Requirement

State of Ohio Licensure in Occupational Therapy, required. Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications

Registered (R) by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, required. CPR certificationno later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.

Skills

(not specified)

Experience

One year of occupational therapy work experience in a pediatric setting or clinical affiliation in area of pediatrics, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY
• Bend/twist
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
• Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required
• Flexing/extending of neck
• Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs
• Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
• Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs
• Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs
• Loud Noises
• Patient Equipment
• Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs
• Reaching above shoulder
• Squat/kneel
• Standing
• Walking
• FREQUENTLY
• Computer skills
• Sitting
• CONTINUOUSLY
• Audible speech
• Color vision
• Decision Making
• Depth perception
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning
• Hearing acuity
• Interpreting Data
• Peripheral vision
• Problem solving
• Repetitive hand/arm use
• Seeing – Far/near

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

Company Culture

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.