Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Full Time

GO PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GO PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC in Grand Island, NE seeks a dedicated Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team on a full-time basis.

You will provide assessments, develop and monitor plans of care, educate families, coordinate with physicians, and ensure high-quality patient care. The role involves collaboration with experienced PT, OT, and Speech providers serving families across Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Occupational Therapist in Nebraska.
• Experience in pediatric occupational therapy is preferred.
• Ability to educate and collaborate with families to achieve functional goals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pediatric patients using OT techniques.
• Develop and implement care plans and goals, adjust as progress occurs.
• Educate families to support home programs and activities.
• Document progress, discharge summaries, and home programs.
• Coordinate with physicians and staff for treatment planning.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safety.

Skills

Licensed OT

Pediatric OT

Team collaboration

Patient care

Job description

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Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Full Time

Full Time Grand Island, NE, US

Dynamic pediatric clinic in Grand Island, NE is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our amazing team. As one of the largest pediatric therapy clinics in the region, we offer a highly collaborative environment alongside experienced PT, OT, and Speech providers serving families across Nebraska. We’re seeking a team member to join us on a full time basis providing quality patient care and working with a tremendous team of providers.

Assure the quality of patient care, evaluation and treatment programs by providing hands on assessment, treatment, and direction to subordinate staff on matters of treatment.

• Evaluate patients using appropriate Occupational Therapy Techniques.
• Develop and implement patient plan of care and goals using appropriate OT skills, and reviewing and revising the program as progress indicates.
• Actively listen to patient and family concerns when modifying treatment plans.
• Be able to provide patient care during scheduled hours as assigned by a supervisor.
• Educate and motivate patients and families to learn and improve functional activities.
• Assure the quality of overall perceived patient care.
• Document progress, discharge summaries, home programs, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Confer with physicians and other staff members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment plans.
• Maintain patient and family confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in continuing education activities and obtain required contact hours.
• Appropriately utilize Occupational Therapist Aides to assist with patient care.
• All job duties considered essential to job performance.
• Additional job duties as assigned. Adherence to GO PT Policies
• Demonstrate positive rapport with staff members, developing positive employee relations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
• Take direction and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Follow GO PT policies and procedures, including safety processes. Job Requirements
• Must be licensed as a Registered Occupational Therapist in the state of Nebraska.
• Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of the job. Physical Demands/Working Conditions
• Physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, and lifting.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and performance expectations for the position. This description is subject to modification as necessary and is not a contract of employment terms.