Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Children's Health Dallas
Overview
You will deliver direct Occupational Therapy services to pediatric patients in an outpatient clinic, managing a caseload of 10-15 patients daily. You will join a multidisciplinary team at Children's Health Richardson Therapy Services, collaborating with physicians, families, and staff to create treatment plans. This role offers the chance to grow your clinical skills with a leading pediatric hospital affiliated with UT Southwestern. You will own your schedule and contribute to program development, with the support of a dedicated team. This position is on-site, with a consistent Tuesday-Friday schedule.
What You'll Do8
- 1Build individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients using Occupational Therapy interventions, adjusting based on progress and patient response.
- 2Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the electronic health record within 24 hours of each session.
- 3Lead family education sessions to ensure caregivers understand home exercise programs and carryover of therapeutic strategies.
- 4Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and school therapists to coordinate care and ensure smooth transitions for patients.
- 5Manage your own patient schedule, balancing treatment time and administrative tasks to maximize clinic throughput.
- 6Maintain therapy equipment and inventory, flagging any needs for repair or replacement to the site leader.
- 7Participate in weekly team meetings, case conferences, and peer reviews to share insights and improve outcomes.
- 8Develop new group therapy programs or protocols as assigned, focusing on patient engagement and measurable progress.
Requirements9
- 11+ year of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy, with pediatric experience preferred (3+ years preferred).
- 2Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- 3Active Occupational Therapy license in the state of Texas.
- 4Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
- 5Experience with pediatric evaluations and therapeutic interventions.
- 6Strong documentation skills with electronic health records.
- 7Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and patient needs.
- 8Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with families and colleagues.
- 9Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
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