Pediatric Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Akron, Ohio
Akron Children's Hospital

Occupational Therapist - Travel/Contract

Location: Akron, Ohio
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Work Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Hours can be scheduled between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, assesses, and treats patients with a variety of physical, educational, or psychosocial disabilities using professional knowledge and behaviors.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, and treat patients with diverse disabilities
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Perform documentation and provide patient/family education
• Supervise COTA/L, volunteers, or students according to OT regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (Master’s preferred)
• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• Current Ohio state licensure
• Experience in occupational therapy required
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software
• Preferred 3 to 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with all organizational levels
• Healthcare experience preferred

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid government-issued photo ID required on assignment
• 7-year criminal background check including SSN trace, counties lived/worked, statewide, national criminal, sex offender, and education verification
• Ohio BCI and FBI fingerprint results required within 1 month of start; must be updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and must be updated annually
• Education verification or diploma/transcript required
• Physical exam within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Immunizations and titers required: Tdap (within 10 years), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (titer or vaccine series or declination)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months of start
• Standard 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start, with new screen required after breaks in service of 30+ days
• Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Nov 15 - May 31)
• Unit-specific competency exams and annual updates required
• Candidate must sign facility-specific agreements including computer security, HIPAA/confidentiality, and privacy training
• References: Two positive professional references required, including at least one from the most recent employer
• Employment application must include 3 years prior work history with at least 2 years clinical practice in acute care in a similar area

Certifications (as applicable)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only, required for all travelers except certain roles
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Required for specific units (not required for OT)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Required for specific pediatric units (not required for OT)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Required for NICU (not required for OT)
• Other certifications may be preferred depending on unit assignment

Additional Notes

• Supervision experience is not required
• Must comply with all facility-specific policies and complete required documentation promptly
• Fingerprint clearance attestation required for Ohio

This position offers an opportunity to work in a pediatric hospital setting providing occupational therapy services to children with diverse needs.