Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is ranked as one of the Top Ten Children's Hospital in the nation, earning Magnet recognition for nursing excellence.

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring an Occupational Therapist who will provide occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to children and adolescents referred to CHP or facilities contracted with CHP.

Occupational therapists collaborate with the family and medical team to optimize the child's functional self-care and fine motor abilities.

Responsibilities :

• Develops and maintains effective communication with peers and leadership within the dept, health care team members within CHP and outside referring physicians and school personnel.
• Pursues professional growth and development through participation in departmental in-services, literature discussions, continuing education and the quest of knowledge and research relevant to areas of practice and the mission and vision of CHP and the department.
• Integrate family centered care through the education of caregivers in appropriate activities for carryover of goals and intervention in the home and community settings.

Communicates significant changes in the child's status to the physician.

• Performs occupational therapy assessment and re-assessment using objective tests and measures or standardized assessments to identify the child's functional abilities and impairments impeding their function.
• Assists with clinical instruction for physical therapy students, job shadow students, and other student related observations.
• Develops and implements an appropriate treatment intervention plan which reflects clinical knowledge, evaluation findings and is updated and modified based on the patient's response and progress.
• Establishes a plan of care with long-term and short-term goals to remediate the impairments and functional limitations identified during the evaluation process.
• Maintains written / electronic documentation for all clinical services rendered including documentation of the initial assessment, re-assessment, cancellations, follow-up visits, and discharge summary which meets or exceeds the standard established for the facility by the organization.

Completes certification and re-certification required by third party payers.

• Participate in and is supportive of departmental projects (lectures to Hospital staff, community education, research, and strategic plan).
• Recommends, orders, and / or fabricates necessary splints, adaptive devices and durable medical equipment in consultation with the patient, family and interdisciplinary team.
• Graduate of an accredited program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
• Prefer previous pediatric experience including student fieldwork.
• Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
• Must possess knowledge of normal human growth and development over the lifespan.
• Must be able to read, understand, analyze, and interpret medical record documents.
• Must be skilled in planning / organization, follow up / control, delegation, problem solving, self-development orientation, organizational behaviors / competencies, and stress tolerance.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills
• Compliance with regulations of accrediting bodies, including but not limited to : Current American Heart Association CPR Health Care Provider Certification.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
• Act 33
• Act 34
• Act 73 FBI Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

FileContents The Children's Home of Pittsburgh is seeking Pediatric Occupational Therapist Contract Workers to join us in providing Early Intervention home based services to patients birth to age 3 in Allegheny County.

The OT will be responsible to implement EI services according to child IFSP. Therapists will have the ability to determine availability and schedule.

Therapists will have the opportunity to collaborate with other occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech language therapists, and developmental specialists.

Office space will be available as needed for administrative tasks related to caseloads. Desired Job Experience Minimum Skills and Abilities Required : 1.

Early Intervention experience preferred. 2.

Maintains current Occupational Therapy License in the State of Pennsylvania. 3.

Maintains current NBCOT certification. 4.

Capacity to develop proficiency in the performance of various treatment protocols. 5.

Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to effectively communicate and work with all staff including other therapists and members of the medical team. 6.

Experience in designing developmental treatment plans and feeding plans. 7.

Must have working knowledge of computers to complete documentation electronically and in a timely manner. Other Qualifications Functional Requirements : 1.

Must be able to perform occupational therapy services a minimum of eight hours per day. 2.

Ability to sustain moderate physical activities including but not limited to getting on and off dynamic therapy equipment, sitting and moving on the floor, kneeling, and standing up numerous times, ability to hand suspended equipment from ceiling hooks, ability to move children in and out of developmental positions, ability to transfer children to wheelchairs, beds, cars, etc. 3.

Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds independently. 4.

Ability to communicate information in a professional and courteous manner with other staff and families. 5.

Manual dexterity necessary to operate medical equipment, computer, telephone system, and other equipment. 6.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle and / or access other means of transportation in order to travel locally for business related to The Children's Home. 7.

Displays strong decision making and problem-solving skills. 8.

Demonstrates professional behaviors.

Advantages :

• Great Environment!
• Great Benefits!

Qualification / Responsibilities :

• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• A current and valid license granted from the state of employment
• Screens / evaluate all residents to determine the need for Occupational Therapy
• Establishes an individualized treatment program with a consultation to facility staff in areas of Occupational Therapy
• Provides results of the evaluation and treatment objectives to caregivers, family members, and residents
• Completes all documentation as required by the fiscal intermediary, within the designated time frame
• Implements the treatment program based on evaluative results
• Monitors the resident’s response to treatment and alters the treatment plan as appropriate
• Instructs resident’s families and or nursing staff in functional maintenance programs

Shifts and Wages :

• Full-Time Opportunity Available
• Various Shifts Available

Benefits and Perks :

• Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental and vision
• 401K through Fidelity
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Educational and tuition opportunities
• Employee Perks Program offering discounts to major companies
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!
• Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.

Overview

Pay : $27.75 - 46.25 / hr

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This position is located in Hopewell, PA.

We are seeking a high quality, engaging Part Time Occupational Therapist to be on the front lines, making the difference in the lives of our pediatric residents and their families.

Occupational Therapist position overview :

Occupational Therapy staff members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of residents by providing comprehensive and quality therapy services.

This position is responsible for administering skilled occupational therapy treatments ensuring that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times.

State specific Occupational Therapy license required.

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Employee Perks!

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Close to thruway entrances / exits, Dramatically Increased Wages!, Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment, Enjoy being a part of a strong and diverse team, Free On-Site Parking, Free Uniforms, Friendly and supportive staff, Generous PTO & holiday package, Increased Wages, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program : redeem for prizes!, Strong leadership, Uniform Provided

Responsibilities

Occupational Therapist :

Initiates skilled occupational therapy treatments in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.

Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, MDS records and discharge summaries for residents in occupational therapy program.

Confers with other health care staff regarding special needs of residents to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.

Provides input for the Resident Care Planning meetings and attends during absences of the Director of Occupational Therapy.

Maintains statistical records of residents’ treatments.

Assists with in-service training programs upon request.

Records and updates resident’s care plan.

• Submits requisition for supplies needed in the treatment of residents to Director of Occupational Therapy.
• Assumes all duties of the Director of Occupational Therapy, if applicable, during absences including supervision of COTA’s and Occupational Therapy Aides.

Assumes responsibility for all necessary documentation.

Qualifications

Occupational Therapist :

Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.

State license to practice occupational therapy required.

Two years’ experience in occupational therapy preferred.

Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.

Ability to direct others necessary.

Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.

Current, valid CPR / BLS credential

Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.

Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.

Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.

Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State / Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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