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Texas Children's · Houston, TX

Occupational Therapist - Acute Care (Days) PRN

TypePer diem
ScheduleDays
Experience2+ yrs pref.
EducationBachelor's
PostedAug 31
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓OT certification required
Education
✓Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required
Qualifications
2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred
Inpatient pediatric experience preferred
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8OT roles open in TX
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓OT certification required
Education
✓Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required
Qualifications
2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred
Inpatient pediatric experience preferred
440open roles
8OT roles open in TX
Want the next OT job in Texas by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

Full employer posting

We are searching for an Occupational Therapist — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you’ll plan, evaluate, organize, and implement occupational therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age-appropriate manner. Think you’ve got what it takes? 4 weekend shifts per month Need someone that can train 12 weeks full time, if possible Areas of coverage: Acute Care ICU PICU TICU ACHD CVICU Pavilion - post-op Job Duties & Responsibilities Complete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines Develop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings Develop measurable long-term and short-term goals Manage the schedule effectively to maintain productivity expectations Participate in ongoing communication and collaboration with other members of the patient’s interdisciplinary care team Monitor patient response to treatment intervention Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and/or termination of treatment when appropriate Collaborate with the clinic/program team to assess the need for clinical support Ensure patient authorization prior to providing therapy treatment Assess patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, readiness to learn, ability to assimilate information, and the most desirable method of teaching Develop and instruct the patient and family for appropriate home treatment programs Document the patient information in the electronic medical record As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Skills & Requirements Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required OT certification required 2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred Inpatient pediatric experience preferred

Part time · Day shift

About the role

In this position, you’ll plan, evaluate, organize, and implement occupational therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age-appropriate manner.