PRN Occupational Therapist- Pediatrics, Creighton Pediatric Therapy

Creighton University • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

Evaluates patients with known or suspected health conditions and performs therapeutic treatment procedures as indicated. Makes patient referrals to other health care agencies/disciplines as indicated. Instructs patients and family members in individualized activity programs designed to maximize functional abilities. Completes timely documentation. Experience in feeding, eating, and swallowing is preferred but not required. Three years of pediatric occupational therapy experience is preferred but not required. Employee will primarily be located in pediatric inpatient care on weekends but may also cover hours in the outpatient clinic during the week, M-F. Employee is also responsible for supporting the mission and goals of Creighton Pediatric Therapy.

Requirements

• Graduation from an occupational therapy education program is required.
• Display proficiency in the use of common occupational therapy standardized assessments, an understanding of childhood development, and the use of treatment procedures.
• Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care.
• Completion of NPI number and insurance plan credentialing prior to independent patient care required.
• Completion of background check and drug screen during the pre-employment process.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice Occupational Therapy by the Nebraska State Department of Health is required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in feeding, eating, and swallowing is preferred but not required.
• Three years of pediatric occupational therapy experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Occupational therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to help them with vocational, daily living, and other skills that promote independence
• Uses computer programs to assist with administrative responsibilities related to clinical practice
• Care coordination between a healthcare team related to patient care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees