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Job ID86545
LocationColorado Springs
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs is a top-ranked hospital located in a top-ranked city. With a regional team of more than 1,000 team members, Children's Colorado has been present in southern Colorado since 2001 and now has team members at five locations providing outpatient specialty care, emergency care, inpatient care and therapy care. Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs is the first pediatric-only hospital in the region and includes the region's only emergency department and operating rooms built just for kids and served by pediatric experts who have dedicated their lives to treating kids - and only kids - and who are directly linked to one of the country's leading pediatric academic medical centers. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Learn about Children's Colorado and our culture: Find out more about living and working in Colorado Springs:
Job Overview
The Occupational Therapist I provide occupational therapy services including evaluation, treatment, follow up and documentation using general competencies for inpatients and/or outpatients referred to the OT department. Provides supervision for therapy aides/assistants and students with specific patients or tasks as appropriate. Provides continuous consultation and education to families. The Occupational Therapist I is an entry level position in a Career Advancement Program (CAP). Join our dynamic team at Telstar Therapy Care in Colorado Springs! We're seeking a skilled individual to provide essential support to our Feeding and Swallowing team.
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of Occupational Therapy experience, along with expertise in assisting with feeding and swallowing challenges spanning from birth to 21 years of age. Experience in conducting feeding evaluations and treatments, including proficiency in bottle feeding, transitioning to solid foods, addressing challenges in solid food progression, and managing various feeding difficulties, is highly desirable. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you!
Additional Information
Department Name: Telstar Occupational Therapy Job Status: 40 hrs/week Shift: M-F, days
Qualifications
EDUCATION -Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field of study. CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR LICENSURE - Colorado State Registration for Occupational Therapy - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy; Credentialing must be completed by the Medical Staff Office (MSO) within 3 months of employment
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE * Neonate - 30 days to 1yr * Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs * Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs * School age - >5yrs to 13yrs * Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs * Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. 1 Collaborates with the family, physicians, schools, and other providers to ensure continuum of care for the child and optimal clinical servic 2. Completes written documentation in accordance with department standards for format, location, and time frames. 3. Independently evaluates children from birth to 21 years of age, with a variety of diagnosis, in specialized programs, on inpatient and/or outpatient units. Incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services. 4. Assists in achieving departmental financial budget targets. 5. Demonstrates leadership and participates in systematic, planned