Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

About the role

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a Part Time pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses such as sensory processing, emotional regulation, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, visual motor deficits and more.
• Collaborate with other professionals to help pediatric patients reach their goals and learn new skills.
• Adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency, and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements.
• Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy.
• State occupational therapist license (or eligibility).
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.