Occupational Therapist - ECMH

Evaluates the developmental and functional status of pediatric patients, administers treatment, fabricates, or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results and patient progress, and provides patient and family education.

At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, we are passionate about integrating physical health with behavioral health and aspire to serve as champions for the holistic wellbeing of children. With 1 in 7 children 0-5 years of age experiencing behavioral health challenges that often interfere with school participation and overall development, Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) programs are critical in facilitating best care and best outcomes for our patients and families. Through our innovative and intentional ECMH programs, Nationwide Children’s Hospitals aims to ensure that families in Central Ohio have access to a full continuum of services and supports necessary to promote healthy development, prevent mental health problems, and treat mental health disorders in young children so that they can thrive in their homes and communities.

The following position is specific to Clinical Therapies Behavioral Health services at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. This position includes the following programs as the primary service areas:

The ECMH Therapeutic Interagency Preschool (TIP) Program – a classroom-style day treatment program for young children with behavioral health concerns that put them at risk for disruptions in early learning success

The ECMH Outpatient Clinic – a multidisciplinary clinic that provides a variety of outpatient-level services to young children focusing equally on enhancing both global development and positive mental health through family-centered care

This position will operate within the programs listed above on our Downtown Campus. Training and opportunities to maintain required competencies will be regularly offered and funded by the organization.

Hours: This is a part time role, 30hrs per week. 3, 10hr days from 8am-630pm

Location:255 E Main StColumbus, Ohio 43215

Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?

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Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan incorporating patient and family needs.• Administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits, providing optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities and other treatment techniques to meet specific needs and achieve therapy goals, observes progress or changes and modifies treatment plan accordingly.• Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility.• Educates on goals and therapy plans, instructs on at home activities, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding. Documents evaluation results, objective status, progress towards goals, treatment plans, and recommendations.• Communicates and collaborates with families, physicians, third-party payors, and relevant healthcare providers. Maintains administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation. Places referrals to ensure continuity of care.• Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training. Conducts Occupational Therapy educational programs for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs, certified occupational therapist assistants (COTA), and unlicensed personnel, supervising care provided.• Attends all required lectures and completes assignments as necessary in didactic courses. Participates in scholarly and professional development activities.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy; registered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy; licensed by the State of Ohio.

One year occupational therapy work experience in a pediatric setting preferred or clinical affiliation in area of pediatrics.

CPR certification must be received no later than 60 days post hire or 60 days post expiration.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lifting/Carrying up to 15 pounds Frequently Independently

Lifting/Carrying up to 50 pounds Occasionally

Finger Dexterity Constantly

Kneeling Frequently

Bending/Stooping Frequently

Reaching Frequently

Talking/Hearing/Seeing Constantly

Pushing/Pulling Frequently

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

Part Time