Pediatric Inpatient OT — Transforming Kids’ Recovery

Children's Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated to the health and well‑being of children. This Occupational Therapist role focuses on pediatric evaluations, treatment, and family training to integrate goals into the home environment.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, WI licensure, NBCOT certification, and BLS. Commitment to two weekend shifts per month is expected to support inpatient units and care teams.

Qualifications

• Provides Occupational Therapy evaluations and re-evaluations with required competencies.
• Requires Master's Degree in OT and licensure (NBCOT, Wisconsin).
• Experience with pediatric/neonatal development and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Supports mission and hospital objectives and promotes pediatric OT services.
• Performs OT evaluations, re-evaluations and ongoing treatment.
• Cases: train parents to implement home-based therapy goals.
• Maintains documentation: status, progress, plans, discharge summaries.
• Secures insurance authorizations and coordinates with financial clearance.
• Aids in cost containment and efficient use of equipment and time.
• Performs discharge planning and coordinates referrals.
• Education: uphold clinical competencies; engage in ongoing learning.
• Clinic schedule includes two weekend shifts per month.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Care planning

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT Certification

Wisconsin OT License

BLS Certification

Job description

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated to the health and well‑being of children. This Occupational Therapist role focuses on pediatric evaluations, treatment, and family training to integrate goals into the home environment.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, WI licensure, NBCOT certification, and BLS. Commitment to two weekend shifts per month is expected to support inpatient units and care teams.