Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Therapy

Carle Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients of all ages, serving as a role model for professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Carle Health requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, active OT licensure, and BLS within 30 days. The role emphasizes safe body mechanics, care planning, and collaboration with the team to support patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist.
• BLS certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Designs an appropriate plan of care with goals, treatment, outcomes and discharge.
• Adjusts care based on patient response and available evidence.
• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students and other providers using effective methods.
• Evaluates clinical findings to determine OT diagnoses and outcomes of care.
• Documents evaluations and plans of care according to policy.
• Communicates progress with referring providers and supervises support personnel.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients of all ages, serving as a role model for professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Carle Health requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, active OT licensure, and BLS within 30 days. The role emphasizes safe body mechanics, care planning, and collaboration with the team to support patient outcomes.