Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Fast-Paced Clinic Impact

TCH Medical Center; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TCH Medical Center in Texas is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan, evaluate, organize, and implement therapy programs in a developmentally appropriate manner, in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in OT and OT certification; two years of pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred. Respiratory fit testing is required, with collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy is required.
• OT certification is required.
• 2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines.
• Develop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Develop measurable long-term and short-term goals.
• Manage the schedule effectively to maintain productivity expectations.
• Participate in ongoing communication and collaboration with other members of the patient’s interdisciplinary care team.
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention.
• Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and/or termination of treatment when appropriate.
• Collaborate with the clinic/program team to assess the need for clinical support.
• Ensure patient authorization prior to providing therapy treatment.
• Assess patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, readiness to learn, ability to assimilate information, and the most desirable method of teaching.
• Develop and instruct the patient and family for appropriate home treatment programs.
• Document the patient information in the electronic medical record.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Job description

TCH Medical Center in Texas is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan, evaluate, organize, and implement therapy programs in a developmentally appropriate manner, in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in OT and OT certification; two years of pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred. Respiratory fit testing is required, with collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.