Occupational Therapist Pediatrics

Location: Austin, Texas

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Specialty: Pediatric Acute Care Rehab

Schedule: PRN

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• Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Preferred Credential(s):

• Drivers License.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree OR Doctorate preferred.

Work Experience

• None required.