Pediatric Occupational Therapist

ILOTA Community Outreach Committee; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 67,502 - 107,452; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mentoring program

In-house education department

Interdisciplinary program

Job summary

MultiCare is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Tacoma, WA. You will evaluate, plan, and implement OT services for in-patients and outpatients within a hospital-network setting.

The role emphasizes pediatric specialization, collaboration within an interdisciplinary team, and opportunities for mentoring, education, and growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Must have State of Washington Occupational Therapist license.
• Minimum one year of experience in occupational therapy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and plan occupational therapy for in-patients and outpatients referred for OT.
• Perform patient evaluations and modify treatment plans based on progress.
• Provide outpatient and inpatient therapy interventions as directed.
• Document accurately and timely in the medical record.
• Communicate effectively with patients and health professionals to coordinate care.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Clinical evaluation

Team communication

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist (WA)

Job description

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Amazing team to join and here are a few highlights!

Looking for at least 5 years of pediatric experience needed!

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive and supportive mentoring program
• Extensive opportunities for growth and education through our in-house education department
• Part of larger interdisciplinary program of 7 Mary Bridge outpatient therapy clinics offering supports only found in a pediatric hospital network
• Integrated with large hospital and outpatient pediatric specialty programs for enhanced service provision

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Days

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for evaluating, planning and implementing occupational therapy services for in-patients and outpatients referred for Occupational Therapy. With varied and dynamic day-to-day functions, you will apply your service orientation, analysis and good judgment toward ensuring comprehensive occupational therapy care for patients.

Responsibilities

• You will perform well in stress and emergency situations
• You will perform patient evaluations/re-evaluations, establish a treatment plan, and modify the treatment plan according to the needs of the patient and response to treatment
• You will perform treatment interventions for outpatient and/or inpatient population as directed
• You will perform documentation in the medical record that is timely and accurate
• You will communicate well with patients, peers, other health professionals in the coordination of care for the patients

Requirements

• State of Washington Occupational Therapist license
• Minimum one (1) year of previous experience in occupational therapy preferred

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $49.36 - $78.25 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.