Pediatric Occupational Therapist Job at Intermountain Health, Orem, UT

N2p0ZUhRWkZtSTNrVjlxeVdtdmxnN2MvSEE9PQ==
  • Intermountain Health
  • Orem, UT

Job Description

Job Description:

This position is responsible for screening, testing, evaluating, diagnosing and treatment of injuries, diseases, and disabilities using occupational therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with standard occupational therapy practices. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient centered care.

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? Primary Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Rehab team in Orem, Utah . This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families while working in a collaborative, supportive, and innovative healthcare environment.

As part of Intermountain Health’s nationally recognized pediatric care network, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals who share your commitment to excellence, empathy, and evidence-based practice. If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your skills and heart can truly make a difference, we’d love to meet you.

Essential Functions

  • Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service standards.

  • Competent Services : Provides skilled occupational therapy services, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups. Conducts evaluations and treatments according to professional standards (AOTA), considering diagnosis, history, and physician referrals, and develops care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments.

  • Productivity Standards : Meets established productivity standards for the department or service line.

  • Documentation and Billing : Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies. Completes patient billing accurately and promptly.

  • Communication : Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals. Ensures smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services.

  • Patient Care and Supervision : Manages all aspects of patient care and education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff, and students to ensure high-quality care.

  • Continuing Education : Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.

  • Quality Improvement : Engages in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model. Participates in utilization review audits.

  • Meetings : Participates in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and necessary professional and work groups in collaboration/consensus with leader.

  • Program Development and Marketing : Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals.

Skills

  • Quality Improvement

  • Verbal and Written Communication

  • Patient Engagement

  • Critical Thinking

  • Time Management

  • Care Planning

  • Compassion

Qualifications

  • Current Occupational Therapist license in states where you work.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

  • Basic Computer skills.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.

  • Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
  • Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
  • Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
  • Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
  • Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
  • May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health Orem Community Hospital

Work City:

Orem

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$42.66 - $65.82

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.

All positions subject to close without notice.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office,

Similar Jobs

Jobot

Mechanical Engineer, Senior Management Job at Jobot

 ...Description Above market salary, flexible schedules, 100% paid benefits - looking for a Senior, Leadership level Mechanical Engineer with building design experience, MUST HAVE PE This Jobot Job is hosted by: Riley Duffy Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "... 

Priority Physicians

Dermatology Physician Assistant Job at Priority Physicians

 ...A successful Dermatology practice located in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago needs to hire a NP or PA. This practice is not affiliated with private equity. Derm NP or PA Live in Palatine, Northbrook, Schaumburg, or Buffalo Grove Join an established... 

Consolidated Bus Transit

Bus & Light Truck Mechanic Job at Consolidated Bus Transit

 ...Job Description Job Description Now Hiring: Fleet Mechanics, Automotive Technicians & HVAC Experts Join One of NYCs Leading School Bus Companies Consolidated Bus Transit Consolidated Bus Transit, a top-tier school bus transportation provider in New York City... 

Momentive, Inc.

Pipe Fitter Job at Momentive, Inc.

 ...Job Description Job Title: Pipe Fitter Summary: Provides piping services and expertise across the plant on the full range of piping materials, situations and activities. Performs start-to-finish pip fitting work on projects and maintains piping systems through... 

Fresenius Medical Care

Patient Care Technician - PCT Job at Fresenius Medical Care

 ...About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into...