Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Family-Focused Care

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, FL seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and develop comprehensive plans of care for pediatric patients, aligning with department policies and preferred practice patterns.

The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, accurate documentation, and consistent communication with families to support functional outcomes and timely discharges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy (required).
• Florida Professional OT license or Provisional OT license required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required and maintained.
• Level II fingerprinting background and Good Moral Character Affidavit initiated within 15 days and finalized within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Participates in interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary meetings related to patient care.
• Maintains and documents productivity standards set by leaders.
• Records daily patient documentation, statistics, and charges accurately and timely.
• Ensures documentation reflects evidence-based practices.
• Aims to improve access to care for patients served.
• Conducts and interprets evaluations based on patient needs and provides recommendations.
• Maintains active communication with patient, caregivers, and others about progress and home programs.
• Develops a plan of care with clear deficits, activity restrictions, and measurable goals.
• Provides treatments based on medical, clinical, and observational findings.
• Initiates, documents, and prepares patient/family for discharge when appropriate.
• Adheres to TRAAC and prepares discharge planning as needed.
• Provides evidence-based practice education through in-service activities.
• Contributes to peer reviews and case studies incorporating evidence-based practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Clinical instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Florida OT license or Provisional OT license

BLS Certification

Background check (Level II fingerprinting)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, FL seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and develop comprehensive plans of care for pediatric patients, aligning with department policies and preferred practice patterns.

The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, accurate documentation, and consistent communication with families to support functional outcomes and timely discharges.