Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Family-Centered Care

Shriners Children's; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's Southern California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the pediatric outpatient team, delivering evaluation and therapy, patient and family education, and transition of care under licensed supervision. This role emphasizes family-centered, evidence-based practice and collaboration with medical staff.

The position requires California OT licensure, CPR certification, and a Bachelor’s degree, with 1+ year pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current licensure by the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1+ year of pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides evaluation and therapy services for pediatric outpatients.
• Delivers patient/family education and transition-of-care guidance.
• Designs and implements individualized plans of care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintains compliant documentation and participates in quality improvement efforts.
• Supports department development and educates students and professionals.
• Stays current with scope-of-practice changes and coding/billing practices.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Mentoring

Patient/family education

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Shriners Children's Southern California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the pediatric outpatient team, delivering evaluation and therapy, patient and family education, and transition of care under licensed supervision. This role emphasizes family-centered, evidence-based practice and collaboration with medical staff.

The position requires California OT licensure, CPR certification, and a Bachelor’s degree, with 1+ year pediatric experience preferred.