PRN Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

About the role

RUSH Kids is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join a fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team to provide occupational therapy services in the afternoon hours.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from 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.
• 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

Qualifications

• Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• 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).

Skills

• Comprehensive and individualized treatment programs
• Collaborative approach to care
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Mentorship and a collaborative approach to care
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Pay

$40.00-$45.00 per hour

Schedule

PRN