Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Community Health Network in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for our Stones Crossing clinic. You will evaluate, plan, and provide therapy for pediatric patients, including fine motor delay, sensory processing, handwriting, and object manipulation, in a safe, collaborative environment.

The role requires a BS in OT, a valid Indiana license or temporary permit, outpatient pediatric experience preferred, and strong communication with staff, families, and physicians.

Formación

• BS degree from an accredited OT program.
• Valid Indiana OT license or temporary permit.
• Experience in outpatient pediatric settings preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy/physiology and current OT techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, families and physicians.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate, plan, and provide therapy for pediatric patients.
• Establish and maintain a safe environment conducive to effective team functioning.
• Collaborate with caregivers, physicians and staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Conocimientos

Pediatric therapy

Team communication

Patient care

Anatomy knowledge

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Descripción del empleo

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

The Occupational Therapist evaluate, plan, and provides therapy for the disabled patient. This role also establishes and maintains a safe environment conducive to effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes and personal safety. The Occupational Therapist must have the ability to evaluate and treat pediatric developmental needs including fine motor delay, sensory disorders, handwriting, and object manipulation. Must also be comfortable with complex medical diagnosis, sensory processing disorder, emotional regulation issues, and autism. This position is located our Stones Crossing clinic.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from and accredited OT program is required
• Must have a valid Indiana Occupational Therapist license or temporary permit
• Previous experience in an outpatient setting working with pediatric patients preferred
• Must be knowledgeable in anatomy/physiology, evaluation and therapy, theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends.
• You will effectively provide quality service to impaired individuals and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and all internal/external customers.
• An ability to incorporate a basic understanding of the behaviors, developmental needs, physical needs, emotional needs, and comfort of the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient will help.

Why Community?

At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.