Occupational Therapist 1-PRN (PAMS required)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Sandy Springs, GA

92d

About The Position

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. This position provides the highest quality age-appropriate care for patients newborn to 20 years of age within the scope of practice and established standards for occupational therapy. Functions effectively as a member of the rehabilitation team. Supports the mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, Master’s degree, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school.
• Georgia occupational therapy license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge of pediatric theory and practice.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication of information.
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to function in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience in pediatric or related occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops appropriate plan of care and implements effective treatment interventions founded in evidence-based practice so that functional outcomes are achieved.
• Completes documentation, meeting departmental standards for content, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Includes family/caregiver in patient care and provides effective education and documentation appropriate for learning needs of patient and family.
• Provides clinical oversight to Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, Rehabilitation Aides, and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N = Neonate (less than 30 days), I = Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-17 years), AD = Adult, and ALL = all ages.
• Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of Joint Commission readiness.
• Travels to clinical locations to provide patient care based on patient census, program development, and/or contract obligations with physician practices.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees