Occupational Therapist, Clinical Specialist

Job DescriptionWe 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?Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesComplete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelinesDevelop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findingsDevelop measurable long-term and short-term goalsManage the schedule effectively to maintain productivity expectationsParticipate in ongoing communication and collaboration with other members of the patient’s interdisciplinary care teamMonitor patient response to treatment interventionRecommend appropriate adaptive equipment and/or termination of treatment when appropriateCollaborate with the clinic/program team to assess the need for clinical supportEnsure patient authorization prior to providing therapy treatmentAssess patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, readiness to learn, ability to assimilate information, and the most desirable method of teachingDevelop and instruct the patient and family for appropriate home treatment programsDocument 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 & RequirementsBachelor’s degree in occupational therapy requiredOT certification required2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferredAbout UsStrategically located throughout the greater Houston area, Texas Children's Specialty Care offer the same high-quality pediatric subspecialty care as our hospital – right in your neighborhood. Staffed by pediatric specialists from Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine, our teams are trained to care for the physical and emotional needs of children and adolescents. Working closely with a child's primary-care physician, our specialists diagnose health conditions and develop patient-specific treatment plans. Texas Children's Specialty Care locations use child-sized medical equipment in colorful, child-friendly atmospheres that cater to young patients' needs and interests.To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.