Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) Independent Contractor

The Children's Home of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

4h • $40 - $50 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Children's Home of Pittsburgh is seeking Pediatric Occupational Therapist Contract Workers to provide Early Intervention home-based services to patients from birth to age 3 in Allegheny County and/or Butler County. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for implementing Early Intervention services according to the child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Therapists will have the flexibility to determine their availability and schedule. They will have the opportunity to collaborate with other speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and developmental specialists. Office space will be available as needed for administrative tasks related to caseload. Candidates must reside in the Pittsburgh or surrounding areas.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• 3-5 years of experience working with the pediatric population on the developmental needs of the patient.
• Maintains current Occupational Therapy License in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Maintains current NBCOT certification.
• Capacity to develop proficiency in the performance of various treatment protocols.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to effectively communicate and work with all staff including other therapists and members of the medical team.
• Experience in designing developmental treatment plans and feeding plans.
• Must have working knowledge of computers to complete documentation electronically and in a timely manner.
• Must be able to perform occupational therapy services a minimum of eight hours per day.
• Ability to sustain moderate physical activities including but not limited to getting on and off dynamic therapy equipment, sitting and moving on the floor, kneeling, and standing up numerous times, ability to hand suspended equipment from ceiling hooks, ability to move children in and out of developmental positions, ability to transfer children to wheelchairs, beds, cars, etc.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to communicate information in a professional and courteous manner with other staff and families.
• Manual dexterity necessary to operate medical equipment, computer, telephone system, and other equipment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or access other means of transportation in order to travel locally for business related to The Children's Home.
• Displays strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates professional behaviors.

Nice To Haves

• Early Intervention experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement EI services according to the child's IFSP.
• Evaluate, plan treatment, implement treatment, consult, document, follow up, and discharge plan.
• Demonstrate awareness and ability to implement Occupational Therapy treatment following all necessary safety precautions for self and patient.
• Ensure required documentation is completed for all patients within specific timeframes.
• Provide treatment consistent with best practice, evidence-based practice, and adhere to all policies, procedures, and HIPAA.
• Ensure clear communication between the therapist and patient/family or other members of the medical team.
• Attend and participate in mandatory staff meetings.
• Demonstrate independence in professional growth through continuing education or other sources such as workshops, seminars, etc.
• Participate in the clinical education of students as appropriate.
• Perform all other duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level