Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Care

Carle Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 81,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, serving as a clinical resource for staff and students. The role emphasizes quality care and education in a hospital setting.

The successful candidate will hold a valid OT license in Illinois, BLS certification within 30 days, and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, with responsibilities spanning assessment, treatment planning, education, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Performs examination, selecting reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results of screening, and history.
• Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan.
• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.
• Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care.
• Monitors the care delivered by support personnel and provides regular feedback.
• Documents evaluations and plans of care according to department policy including goals, modifications of treatment plans and patients’ response to treatments.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Occupational Therapy

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, serving as a clinical resource for staff and students. The role emphasizes quality care and education in a hospital setting.

The successful candidate will hold a valid OT license in Illinois, BLS certification within 30 days, and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, with responsibilities spanning assessment, treatment planning, education, and documentation.