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Occupational Therapist ( 37715 ) -Children's Hospital

Occupational Therapist - Children's Occupational Therapy Department - Full-time

Regular - Non-exempt - Full-time - Standard Hours 37.5

Description

Job Summary:
A licensed occupational therapist of the Pediatric Development Therapist at Siskin is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients served through the Erlanger Health System.

Education:
Required: BS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school

Preferred: MS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school

Experience:
Required: Pediatric training

Preferred: 1 year experience in pediatric field

Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration
Required: Tennessee State Occupational Therapy Licensure. BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward

Preferred:

Department Position Summary:
The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. The employee must participate in team meetings and discharge planning. They must comply with the standards as set down by the American Occupational Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional ethics. The employee must comply with standards described in the departmental policies and procedures.