Pediatric Occupational Therapist – Outpatient PRN

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Speech Pathology - Peds 4 Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Provides occupational therapy services to patients who have impairments, developmental disabilities, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes under occasional guidance. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives. . Pediatric Occupational Therapist – Outpatient PRN Location: Vanderbilt Health Main Campus. Medical Center East (MCE) South Tower, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN 37232 Schedule: Full-time PRN coverage February–June; flexible reduced hours after June. Join Our Pediatric Rehab Team at Vanderbilt Health! Are you passionate about helping children? Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Pediatric Outpatient Occupational Therapist for Full-Time PRN coverage within our outpatient pediatric rehabilitation clinic. This is your opportunity to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your expertise truly makes a difference. About the Role As a valued member of our pediatric team, you will: Focus on developmental, sensory, and academic needs. This role partners with the department of pediatric speech therapy. Work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sensory processing challenges, and developmental delays. Provide specialized therapy services for children and adolescents, helping them achieve developmental milestones and improving daily living skills. Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients. Deliver evidence-based interventions to address fine motor skills, sensory integration, self-care, and functional independence. Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care and goal achievement. Educate parents on home programs, adaptive strategies, and developmental support techniques. Maintain accurate EPIC documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards Why Vanderbilt Health? Be part of a nationally ranked children’s hospital and a leading academic medical center. Thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment focused on innovation and excellence. Opportunities for growth in a leading academic medical center Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Ready to make a difference in children’s lives? Apply today and start your journey with Vanderbilt Health!

Requirements

• Current Tennessee Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility).
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Minimum 1 year of experience with pediatric populations in outpatient or rehab settings.
• Excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a passion for pediatric care.
• Remove Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes comprehensive information from formal and informal assessment that is pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine a rehabilitation treatment diagnosis.
• Collaborates with stakeholders in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the rehabilitation continuum.
• Applies appropriate, evidence-based interventions to ensure effective outcomes and re-evaluates performance to assess patient's progress towards goals.
• Employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees