Occupational therapist will be responsible for providing patient care to the newborn populations for both the Well Baby and Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Prior experience with these populations is preferred. Occupational therapists focus on promoting the physiological, neurological and cognitive development in newborns through evidence-based interventions. They assess reflexes, feeding and swallowing and provide individualized treatments for positioning, sleeping, hand-to-mouth activities, strengthening and sensory development. They also educate parents on how to care for their newborn after discharge, ensuring continuity of care.
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Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level