Pediatric OT: Restore Independence & Function

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Pennsylvania seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our team. Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers OT programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach maximum independence.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans, documenting progress, and ensuring safe, evidence-based care across per diem assignments at multiple LVHN locations. A PA OT license and BLS are required; Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Less than 1 year of experience; clinical experiences completed as required by the school program.
• Ability to work at various locations per diem.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in Pennsylvania or eligibility.
• BLS (American Heart Association) required.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements OT plans of care to restore function and prevent disability.
• Implements an individualized treatment plan using evidence-based techniques.
• Provides OT treatment based on patient needs assessment.
• Performs reassessments and adjusts plans.
• Communicates patient progress to supervisor, physician, and team.
• Establishes measurable goals and timeframes for OT plans.
• Provides cost-effective care following billing guidelines.
• Completes and submits documentation per policies and standards.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication with patients and team

Adaptability

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Occupational Therapy

Master’s Degree Occupational Therapy

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Pennsylvania seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our team. Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers OT programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach maximum independence.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans, documenting progress, and ensuring safe, evidence-based care across per diem assignments at multiple LVHN locations. A PA OT license and BLS are required; Master’s degree is preferred.