Pediatric Acute Care OT — Lead, Mentor & Grow Programs

UVA Health System; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Med/Dx

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Long-term and Short-term Disability

HSA & FSA

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health Children's is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our expanding Pediatric Acute Care team. This role focuses on providing advanced pediatric occupational therapy to medically complex patients across NICU/PICU and general pediatrics within a leading academic medical center.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, and other pediatric specialists to deliver exceptional family-centered care and contribute to program development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• 3+ years relevant professional experience required.
• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in Virginia.
• AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating and treating pediatric patients in acute care settings.
• Developing individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Supporting family and caregiver education.
• Managing complex inpatient caseloads.
• Mentoring students, preceptors, or junior staff.
• Participating in quality improvement and specialty program initiatives.
• Contributing to program development and growth.

Skills

Acute care OT

Pediatrics

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

UVA Health Children's is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our expanding Pediatric Acute Care team. This role focuses on providing advanced pediatric occupational therapy to medically complex patients across NICU/PICU and general pediatrics within a leading academic medical center.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, and other pediatric specialists to deliver exceptional family-centered care and contribute to program development and