Pediatric Occupational Therapist — Empower Kids' Independence

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate pediatric patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide families toward optimal development and independence.

The role focuses on assessing developmental status, fabricating or recommending adaptive equipment, educating families, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes for children and their communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as required.
• State of Ohio Licensure in Occupational Therapy required.
• Registered (R) by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy required.
• CPR certification required within 60 days post hire or post expiration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations.
• Establishes goals and develops an individualized treatment plan.
• Administers therapeutic treatment to support development, function, and independence.
• Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts and trains patients on use.
• Educates patients and families on goals, plans, activities, and home exercises; monitors progress and compliance.
• Documents results and maintains caseload records; schedules and submits documentation.
• Attends continuing education and participates in departmental training; may teach staff and students.
• Delegates work to students and supervisees as appropriate.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate pediatric patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide families toward optimal development and independence.

The role focuses on assessing developmental status, fabricating or recommending adaptive equipment, educating families, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes for children and their communities.