Occupational Therapist - Children's Behavioral Health Center

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Our NEW Pediatric Behavioral Health Center is scheduled to open in December 2026. Candidates applying for this position should expect a start date after July 1, 2026. All applicants must be 21 years of age or older and provide two professional references as part of the hiring process. 32 and 40 hour per week schedules available. Performs a range of Occupational Therapy services including evaluation, planning, and implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients across various functional domains.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.
Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist required.
Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan.
Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.
Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.
Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
Proficient in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms).
Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.
Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.
Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity.
Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities.
At least 3 years of experience required (for Level II).
Advanced knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. (for Level II)
Synthesizes information from multiple sources, recognizing patterns and clinical complexities. (for Level II)
Communicates effectively and compassionately with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs. (for Level II)
Advanced proficiency in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms). (for Level II)
Advanced written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. (for Level II)
Demonstrates autonomy and effective teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility. (for Level II)
Champions diversity and inclusion in the workplace. (for Level II)
Applies clinical knowledge and skills autonomously across multiple areas of practice, consistently demonstrating efficiency, adaptability, and sound clinical judgment in diverse healthcare settings. (for Level II)
At least 5 years of experience required. (for Level III)
Expert knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. (for Level III)
Integrates and synthesizes information from diverse sources, recognizing patterns and clinical nuances. (for Level III)
Demonstrates expert communication skills, adapting to cultural and linguistic needs of patients and families. (for Level III)
Expert proficiency in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms). (for Level III)
Expert written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. (for Level III)
Functions independently and leads within interdisciplinary teams while fostering a collaborative environment. (for Level III)
Leads efforts to create an inclusive and equitable workplace. (for Level III)
Applies advanced clinical knowledge and judgment across diverse settings, consistently demonstrating leadership, adaptability, and excellence in care delivery. (for Level III)

Responsibilities

Interprets routine provider referrals and evaluates patients in areas such as independent living skills, occupational performance, prevocational work adjustment, educational skills, play-leisure abilities, social skills, and psychosocial skills.
Develops and implements individualized treatment plans with regular assessment of progress.
Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.
Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.
Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Attends departmental meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.