Occupational Therapist III (Hand Therapist)

Job Title & Specialty Area: Occupational Therapist III (Hand Therapist)

Department: Children's Health Andrew's Institute for Orthopedic & Sports Medicine

Location: 7211 Preston Road, TX 75024

Shift: Full time; 40 hours

Hours of Work: Variable shifts between the operating hours of Monday/ Wednesday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Additional Information: This is a unique opportunity to work in an evolving role, providing care to young patients in a hospital setting with mentorship and guidance from an experienced pediatric occupational therapist who specializes in hand therapy. The ideal candidate would be able demonstrate an interest to pursue the Certified Hand Therapy Certification within a year.

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

The incumbent in this position is a senior clinician who provides an advanced level of technical skills during evaluation and treatment of patients within a particular specialty. The senior clinician is responsible for implementing specific treatment programs based upon current principles and practices of Occupational Therapy and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Children's Health philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Occupational Therapy services to patients in accordance with standards of practice while demonstrating progression of treatment plans and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation; collaborate with physicians, patients, family, and other members of health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning; use unscheduled time to flex to other work areas for patient treatment.
• Serve as a preceptor and act as a mentor for new staff therapist, students, and rehabilitation aides; train in advanced and/or specialized treatment tools and techniques.
• Serve as a clinical liaison for a particular specialty. May coordinate equipment, supplies, and scheduling needs; develop procedure, treatment plans, and protocols; and participate in quality assurance activities for a particular specialty.
• Support leadership and department initiatives. Demonstrate active participation in department quality assessment and improvement strategies.
• Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; attend and participate in departmental meetings, in-services, rounds and peer reviews; participate in program development as assigned by site leader; and participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency.
• Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description.
• Participate in department/hospital committees & task forces and assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area.
  
  

How You’ll Be Successful:

Work Experience

• At least 5 years Occupational Therapy experience preferred
• Certification in specialty area or specialized training (either from Children's Health approved list or as approved by PMR leadership) preferred
  
  

EDUCATION

• Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience required
  
  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• License to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of Texas required
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required
• CHT (Certified Hand Therapist) preferred
  
  

JOB PROFILE

• Requires in-depth professional knowledge and practical/applied expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines within the broader professional field
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; demonstrates awareness of the industry, including regulatory, evolving customer demands, and the factors that differentiate the organization in the market
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
• Solves complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
  
  

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  
  

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.