Occupational Therapist

  • Westwood Professional Services, Inc
  • King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
  • Full Time
King Of Prussia, PA

5 DAYS AGO

21702691

Summary

King Of Prussia, PA

Competitive Salary

4 Years Experience

Bachelor's degree

No Commisssion

40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time

Description

Reference #: 1018152

SHIFT:Day (United States of America)

Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview

Renders Occupational therapy services to an assigned caseload of children at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Contributes to the advancement of Occupational Therapy practice through education of staff therapists, patients/families, students and other health care providers when appropriate.

What you will do

Clinical - Direct Patient Care Responsibilities

Evaluation: Able to select and administer standardized and non-standardized evaluations on individuals with complex medical, social, psychological issues independently, using advanced problem solving skills to identify necessary resources, including but not limited to adaptive equipment, splinting and casting needs. Ability to identify subtle impairments and its impact on function and disability and develop a plan of care that integrates therapy into the lifestyle of the family.

Documentation: Develops individualized therapy plan which includes measurable goals / objectives for treatment, and collaboration with interdisciplinary team members as appropriate. Is thorough, complete and reflects integration of all areas of patient care with an advanced knowledge base and ability to interpret assessment findings.

Intervention: Provides advanced procedural interventions. Provide and instruct in the use of adaptive equipment splint and casting needs as clinically indicated.

Family Centered Care: Patient education is family centered by considering family lifestyle, environment, learning needs and collaborative goal setting. Results of patient/client interaction include high level of patient satisfaction, reduced risk for impairment, promotion of wellness, identification of community resources. Instructs relevant family members, caregivers and other team members in therapeutic strategies and accommodations and evaluates the effectiveness of teaching.

Demonstrates entry-level skills in OT practice and delivers evidence-based clinical care with mentorship.

Education

Professional Development- Maintains current skills and knowledge by identifying own learning needs, both formally and informally, to practice a lifestyle of life-long learning.

Clinical Education- Provides mentorship to students in identified areas when appropriate.

Contributes to the current Occupational Therapy body of knowledge via presentations, in-services / learning opportunities both in and out of the department when appropriate

Interdisciplinary Communication and Coordination of Care

Ensures patients and families receive appropriate, comprehensive, efficient and effective quality of care from admission through discharge via relationships that are developed with other health care personnel, both internal and external to CHOP.

Able to negotiate differences in opinion within a team and come to the best decision for the patient.

Research

Applies research to practice

Encourages, participates and promotes activities that establishes optimal outcomes of patient management provided by Occupational Therapy.

Administration

Contributes to department policy/procedures via program development, evaluation forms and clinical guidelines when appropriate.

Maintains productivity and fiscal responsibility in the utilization/provision of services

Contributes to the development and modification of departmental / hospital systems as needed due to growth and / or changes in clinical programs when appropriate when appropriate.

Education Qualifications

Master's Degree Occupational Therapy - Required

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy will be accepted for US-educated individuals licensed previous to 2008 and internationally-education students 2012

Licenses and Certifications

Occupational Therapist (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or

Occupational Therapist (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and

Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) - upon hire - Required and

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 3 months - Required

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

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SALARY RANGE:

$74,250.00 - $94,660.00 Annually

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job ID: 489242274
Originally Posted on: 8/13/2025

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