Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Sensory Integration Focus

Mercy Medical Center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan, focusing on independence after injury, illness, or disability.

The role requires Iowa licensure, BLS, and ongoing safety training; you will lead in pediatric assessments and collaborate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe, effective care.

Join our team dedicated to patient-centered care and outcomes in a long-standing community hospital.

Qualifications

• Iowa licensure to practice occupational therapy.
• Current Basic Life Support certification per AHA.
• Mandatory Reporter Training for Iowa dependent adult and child abuse.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient evaluations per standards of care.
• Plan and provide treatment per standards of care.
• Complete all documentation of services per department standards.
• Maintain updated license and provide evidence to supervisor within two weeks.
• Communicate necessary information to COTAs and technicians for safe patient care.
• Supervise COTA treatments and documentation.
• Follow Mercy safety guidelines and report any hazards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Iowa or compact state

Tools

PDMS-2

BOT-2

MVPT-3

VMI-6

King Devick

Sensory Profile

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan, focusing on independence after injury, illness, or disability.

The role requires Iowa licensure, BLS, and ongoing safety training; you will lead in pediatric assessments and collaborate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe, effective care.

Join our team dedicated to patient-centered care and outcomes in a long-standing community hospital.