Per Diem Pediatric OT - Shape Kids' Independence

RWJBarnabas Health; Mountainside (NJ); Presencial; USD 89 000 - 127 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

RWJBarnabas Health's Children\'s Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, NJ is seeking a Per Diem Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational Therapy Department. You will assess, treat, and support pediatric patients with diverse developmental and functional needs, working closely with families and a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, individualized treatment plans, discharge planning, and collaboration with physicians to maximize independence and community

Qualificações

• Education: Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current New Jersey OT license and valid driver’s license.
• Certification: NBCOT certification and maintenance of required registration.
• Basic Life Support: Current AHA BLS Provider Certification.
• Pediatric Experience: Minimum 12-week pediatric affiliation or equivalent pediatric OT experience.
• Clinical Knowledge: Knowledge of developmental theory and its impact on a child’s function.
• Schedule Requirements: Per diem schedule including evenings and occasional weekends for inpatient services.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluating pediatric patients with disabilities and functional limitations to adapt activities to the environment.
• Selecting and administering assessment tools, obtaining history, screening, observation, and formal evaluation.
• Identifying functional goals and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Providing therapeutic interventions to improve functional performance, independence, and participation.
• Collaborating with families and the interdisciplinary team to support continuity of care.

Conhecimentos

Pediatric Experience

Clinical Knowledge

Communication

Team Collaboration

Flexible Scheduling

Formação académica

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

New Jersey OT Licensure

NBCOT Certification

BLS Certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

RWJBarnabas Health's Children\'s Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, NJ is seeking a Per Diem Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational Therapy Department. You will assess, treat, and support pediatric patients with diverse developmental and functional needs, working closely with families and a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, individualized treatment plans, discharge planning, and collaboration with physicians to maximize independence and community