Occupational Therapist II

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned children's hospital in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist II to develop and deliver patient-specific occupational therapy services. The candidate will provide supervision to therapy personnel and instruction to interns while ensuring adherence to hospital policies. Preferred qualifications include NICCU experience and a strong background in pediatric patient care. A valid Occupational Therapy license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Experience treating pediatric patients in a hospital setting is ideal.
• Broad knowledge of occupational therapy practices and CHLA policies is necessary.
• Previous NICCU experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver occupational therapy services based on patient age and development.
• Provide functional supervision to assisting therapy personnel.
• Instruct occupational therapy interns on clinical observations.

Skills

Pediatric patient treatment

Occupational therapy principles

Clinical supervision

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Occupational Therapy

Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Licensure by the California Board of Occupational Therapy

BLS Health Care Provider CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist II develops and delivers occupational therapy services to patients specific to age and developmental level by assessment, program planning, provision of treatment. Provides functional supervision to occupational therapy personnel assisting in patient treatment. Provides instruction to assigned occupational therapy interns on clinical observations and affiliations.

Minimum Qualifications

• NICCU experience preferred.
• 1+ year full time experience as an OT I, or equivalent, treating pediatric patients.
• Hospital based experience preferred.
• Broad knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices and CHLA patient care policies and procedures.

Education, Licensure, Certifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Occupational Therapy.
• Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy or eligibility for certification.
• Licensure by the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider CPR certification.