Occupational Hand Therapist

Job Overview

The Occupational Therapist II provide occupational therapy services including evaluation, treatment, follow up and documentation using general competencies for inpatients and/or outpatients referred to the OT department. Provides guidance for occupational therapy intern students and therapy aides/assistants with specific patients or tasks. Provides continuous consultation and education to families. The Occupational Therapist II successfully fulfills the requirements of a specified area or completes and maintains the Career Advancement Program (CAP), demonstrating both excellence in job performance and on-going contributions in service, education and research, and professional development and leadership.

Position on the pediatric hand therapy team, treating hand and upper extremity conditions. CHT is preferred but not required. Experience in hand and upper extremity conditions/injuries required.
Department Name:
Telstar OT
Job Status: 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefits

Shift: Monday - Friday: 5x8 hour shifts. No weekends or holidays required.
This position has been defined and is governed by the Children's Hospital Colorado Medical Staff bylaws, continuation of employment is contingent upon the review and approval of the Colorado Health Care Professionals Credential Application within 3 months of employment. Failure to successfully pass the credentialing process may result in the termination of your employment. Such positions include:
Advanced Practice Providers, licensed professional counselors, or Adjunct Medical Staff.

EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field of study.
EXPERIENCE - Two years of professional experience as an occupational therapist. Experience in hand and upper extremity conditions/injuries required.
CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR
LICENSURE - Colorado State Registration for Occupational Therapy - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy;
Credentialing must be completed by the Medical Staff Office (MSO) within 3 months of employment

• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborates with the family, physicians, schools and other providers to ensure continuum of care for the child and optimal clinical services.
• Documentation:
  Completes written documentation in accordance with department standards for format, location and time frames.
• Evaluation/Re-evaluations:
  Independently evaluates children from birth to 21 years of age, with a variety of diagnosis, in specialized programs, on inpatient and/or outpatient units. Incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services.
• Financial Responsibility:
  Assists in achieving departmental financial budget targets.
• Leadership and/or Professionalism
  - Demonstrates professional behaviors; adheres to hospital and departmental policies and promotes personal and departmental development through participation in development activities to improve the patient experience and quality goals of the department and hospital.
• Provides consultation and education to families.
• Treatment:
  Treat children ages birth to 21 years of age, with a variety of diagnoses, and in specialized programs on inpatient and outpatient units. Incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services. Seeks out appropriate mentoring/training and consults with relative Program Coordinator and/or assigned mentor for complex patient diagnoses.

Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $84,558 - $126,838 based on applicant's relevant experience.

Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.
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