Occupational Therapist (0.5 - 0.9 FTE) - Clinical Research Opportunity

Shriners Hospitals for Children • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

Shriners Children’s is seeking an Occupational Therapist to fill a 0.5 FTE clinical position. For candidates interested in a full-time role, there is also an opportunity to combine this position with a 0.4 FTE research role, creating a 0.9 FTE position. No prior research experience is required. We welcome clinicians that are detail-oriented and have an interest in learning. All research responsibilities will be taught through on the job training; no formal additional education in research is required for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy.
• OT licensed in state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Nice To Haves

• 1 year occupational therapy experience; new graduates considered
• Pediatric experience

Responsibilities

• Provides evaluation and therapy services, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transition of care, in an efficient, age-appropriate, and culturally sensitive manner upon licensed independent practitioner referral.
• Provides comprehensive compliant and safe clinical care demonstrating the philosophy of family centered care, a commitment to the achievement of optimal patient outcomes in alignment with the standards of practice of their professional organization.
• Works with medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized plans of care to meet the needs of the pediatric patients and their family.
• Functions as a team member and develops leadership skills through activities such as: mentoring, and providing education to students and other professionals.
• Supports the ongoing development and improvement of the department through participation in special projects, performance improvement and facility committees.
• Responsible for professional growth and development through ongoing education and research in alignment with hospital’s patient care and strategic direction.
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge in changes related to scope of practice, coding/billing practices, compliant documentation and any other knowledge related to the compliant practice in a revenue cycle environment.
• In cooperation with other local leaders, offers exceptional care following the Shriners Hospitals for Children® FOCUSED©™ Program, a system-wide model for professional practice that stresses and emphasizes patient-centered care, or always putting the needs of the patients (and their families first).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level