Occupational Therapist, Pediatric - PRN

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an occupational therapy education program is required.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice Occupational Therapy by the Nebraska State Department of Health is required. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
• Experience in pediatric occupational therapy preferred.
• End degree or specialty practice certification preferred. Display proficiency in the use of common occupational therapy standardized assessments, an understanding of childhood development, and the use of treatment procedures.
• Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care.
• Completion of NPI number and insurance plan credentialing prior to independent patient care.
• Completion of background check and drug screen during the pre-employment process.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Display proficiency in the use of common occupational therapy standardized assessments
• Understanding of childhood development, and the use of treatment procedures.
• Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care.
• Completion of NPI number and insurance plan credentialing prior to independent patient care.
• Completion of background check and drug screen during the pre-employment process
• Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests.
• Ability to resolve conflict amongst staff and to work collaboratively with others.
• Ability to concentrate and focus on projects.
• Possesses creative systems thinking to ensure operational efficiency.
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Self-control and stress tolerance in dealing with multiple requests and conflicting demands from multiple customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYEES OF CREIGHTON PEDIATRIC THERAPY

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Mission, Purpose and Philosophy of Creighton Pediatric Therapy.
• Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
• Takes initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual and as a company. Exhibits commitment to personal, business, and university goals.
• Participates in the ongoing development of competencies, capabilities, technology and the resources needed to achieve high standards of efficiency and effectiveness. Approaches everything with the passion and desire to meet the highest standards.
• Places needs of the patient first at all times. Care management and service delivery are developed with the goals of the patient’s healing and support in mind. Strives to deliver lasting value to our patients and families.
• Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation, and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees, patients, and community. Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients.
• Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect. Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the organization. Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
• Promotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to agency policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of all agency and patient related information. Protects patient rights as defined in the patient Bill of Rights.
• Maintains proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost effective manner.
• Adheres to departmental and agency dress codes as observed by supervisor.
• Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services, agency PI activities and other meetings as requested.
• Utilizes material, equipment and time in a safe, beneficial, and cost effective manner
• Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Observe infection control and standard precautions.

Physical Requirements:
Seeing: 75 – 100%
Hearing: 75-100%
Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 75-100%
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0-24% (pound: 40 lbs.)
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 0 – 24%
Travel: No
Exposure to Blood Borne pathogens: No