Occupational Therapist I PD

$95,846 - $95,846/Yr

UNC Health - Chapel Hill, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Chapel Hill, NC

10,001+ employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Pediatric Occupational Therapist will work in an outpatient clinic, providing therapy services to children aged 0-21 with various neurological and developmental conditions. This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and requires strong communication and organizational skills to manage patient care effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Completes OT documentation in the medical record per department guidelines and completes department records for billing and statistics
• Manages OT caseload with efficiency and efficacy
• Manages resources needed to perform OT treatment plan to accomplish the goals set for the patient
• Plans and coordinates clinical programs in response to patient needs, technologies, clinical practices, regulations and reimbursement
• Provides regular communication with physicians, supervisor, and others regarding OT programs and patients served
• Provides clinical supervision and teaching for OT students or staff, including planning orientation and learning activities
• Selects and performs appropriate Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluation procedures to identify and assess problems, sets treatment goals, and devises a treatment plan

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of North Carolina
• At least two years of experience preferred in pediatric neurological and developmental rehabilitation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with diagnoses such as autism, sensory processing disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, hemiplegia, fine motor delay, brachial plexus, spina bifida, splinting, and premature traumatic brain injury
• Interest in aquatic therapy, splinting, wheelchair and equipment evaluations, and functional electrical stimulation

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $46.08
• Flexible scheduling with variable hours including potential Saturdays
• Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Access to UNC Health benefits for eligible employees