Occupational Therapist (Pediatric Experience Required)

Blythedale Children's Hospital

$103K — $112K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Pediatric or physical disability experience preferred; new graduates considered.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy License.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough evaluations of pediatric patients' functional and developmental skills.
  • Implement treatment plans to improve mobility, cognitive skills, and self-care abilities.
  • Review and adjust therapy practices based on patient progress and relationships.
  • Adapt scheduling to fit departmental and patient needs.
  • Participate in clinical supervision and case management, including documentation and problem-solving.
  • Provide constructive feedback to peers and trainees.
  • Train and supervise OT students and support staff.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience.
  • Professional development opportunities including mentorship and leadership training.
  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Retirement plan with employer matching for future security.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and sick leave.
  • Commitment to a safe work environment.
Full Job Description
Pay Range
USD $103,518.00 - USD $112,535.00 /Yr. Overview

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Director of Occupational Therapy, provides independent and professional OT services through evaluation and treatment of functional and developmental skills. Aims to achieve maximal physical and cognitive functioning in a patient’s daily life tasks and as part of their total medical care.  Conducts education and training of patient, family and related disciplines. 

Responsibilities
  • Demonstrates evolving knowledge, competence and skill in pediatric occupational therapy evaluation including areas of mobility, postural control, upper extremity performance, splinting, sensory, perceptual-motor, cognitive-adaptive, feeding and self care skills.
  • Demonstrates evolving knowledge, competence and skill in pediatric occupational therapy treatment skills including area of mobility, postural control, upper extremity performance, splinting, sensory, perceptual motor, cognitive-adaptive, feeding and self care skills.
  • Continuously reviews therapist-patient relationships, procedures, and progress to ensure a high standard of treatment.
  • Demonstrates insight and flexibility to modify schedule in order to accommodate hospital and departmental needs.
  • Consistently meets and actively participates in clinical supervision for case management including documentation review , co-treatment, and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Receives and provides feedback professionally.

  • Effectively participates in training and supervision of level I & II students, OT aide(s) and volunteers.
  • Prepares and presents inter &/or intra-departmental in-services.

  • Completes documentation in accordance with departmental and hospital policies for content and timeliness.
  • Selects relevant information and presents professionally at meetings.

  • Meets hospital/departmental productivity standards.

Qualifications
  • Pediatric or physical disability experience preferred.  Will consider new graduate.
Education, Licensure, and Certification
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy License
Physical Requirements
  • Requires the ability to lift, carry and balance patients from light to heavy weight, and the need to visually and auditorially monitor patients’ status.  Requires an ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in the English language and use a computer.
  • Access to transportation to/from school sites/outsourcing contracts.
Perks of Working at Blythedale
  • Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
  • Professional Development Opportunities: Access to mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits.
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
  • Safe Work Environment: Commitment to nurse safety and well-being.

 

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