Job ID81606
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatrichospitals by U.S. News & World Report.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.
Job Overview
The Occupational Therapist I provide occupational therapy services includingevaluation, treatment, follow up and documentation using generalcompetencies for inpatients and/or outpatients referred to the OTdepartment. Provides supervision for therapy aides/assistants and studentswith specific patients or tasks as appropriate. Provides continuousconsultation and education to families. The Occupational Therapist I is anentry level position in a Career Advancement Program (CAP).
Additional Information
Department: Anschutz IP Occupational TherHours per week: PRN -- Varies as neededShift: one weekend day per week and some week day hours as needed
Qualifications
EDUCATION -Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field ofstudy.EXPERIENCE - Pediatric inpatient rehab or acute care experience.CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPRLICENSURE - Colorado State Registration for Occupational Therapy - NationalBoard for Certification in Occupational Therapy
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARENeonate - 30 days to 1yrToddlers - >1yr to 3yrsPre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrsSchool age - >5yrs to 13yrsAdolescent - >13yrs to 18yrsAdult - >18yrs to 65yrsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of thefollowing essential functions. These examples do not include all of thefunctions which the employee may be expected to perform.Collaboration: Collaborates with the family, physicians, schools andother providers to ensure continuum of care for the child and optimal clinicalservices.Documentation: Completes written documentation in accordance with departmentstandards for format, location and time frames.Evaluation/Re-evaluations: Independently evaluates children from birth to21 years of age, with a variety of diagnosis, in specialized programs,on inpatient and/or outpatient units. Incorporates principles ofcultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services.Financial Responsibility: Assists in achieving departmental financial budgettargets.Leadership nd/or Professionalism- Demonstrates professional behaviors;adheres to hospital and departmental policies and promotes personal anddepartmental development through participation in development activities toimprove the patient experience and quality goals of the department andhospitalProvides consultation and education to families.Treatment: Treat children ages birth to 21 years of age, with a variety ofdiagnoses, and in specialized programs on inpatient and outpatient units.Incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care intoclinical services. Seeks out appropriate mentoring/training and consultswith relative Program Coordinator and/or assigned mentor for complex