McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston
Occupational Therapist/Sr. Occupational Therapist (Pedi Neurosurgery) - Part Tim
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Job Description
UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our pediatric neurosurgery clinic. Our patient population includes children with movement disorders—including cerebral palsy, brain injury, hydrocephalus, neuromuscular conditions, and genetic conditions—among others. This position will involve program development, intensive outpatient therapy opportunities, research participation opportunities, and close working relationships with a dedicated team of specialists.
Core Competencies
Passion for working with children and families
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Problem‑solving and clinical reasoning
Flexibility and creativity in treatment planning
Team‑oriented mindset and collaborative approach
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – around 37–38 per year)
Longevity pay (monthly payments after two years of service)
Retirement/pension plan
Employee wellness services (financial/legal counseling, mental health counseling, gym discounts, etc.)
Position Summary Provides professional, educational, and clinical skills in organizing and directing occupational therapy services.
Position Key Accountabilities
Coordinates all occupational therapy to ensure appropriate patient treatment.
Conducts patient consultation, evaluation, and program planning for all patients.
Develops home exercise programs to instruct patients in required exercises for treatment.
Reassesses patient status on an ongoing basis to ensure that treatment goals, plans, and programs are appropriate.
Participates in the development and writing of clinical research protocols; utilizes knowledge of area of expertise to promote safety and efficacy in research questions, protocol development, interventions, and outcomes.
Develops educational programs to increase patient/family and community awareness of occupational therapy treatment.
Recruits and screens patients, enrolls suitable candidates for participation in research protocols.
Provides all study‑related activities related to rehabilitation therapies per research protocol.
Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to private foundations and governmental agencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Certification / Skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Occupational Therapy (OT) by Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners – Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) required.
Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy. Master’s or Doctoral degree preferred.
Minimum Experience Three (3) years of experience required.
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Veteran Information Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0873, 0874, 42B1, 42B3, 42B4, 42BX, 42T1, 42T3, 42T4, 42TX, L32A. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment‑related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law and policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.
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Core Competencies
Passion for working with children and families
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Problem‑solving and clinical reasoning
Flexibility and creativity in treatment planning
Team‑oriented mindset and collaborative approach
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – around 37–38 per year)
Longevity pay (monthly payments after two years of service)
Retirement/pension plan
Employee wellness services (financial/legal counseling, mental health counseling, gym discounts, etc.)
Position Summary Provides professional, educational, and clinical skills in organizing and directing occupational therapy services.
Position Key Accountabilities
Coordinates all occupational therapy to ensure appropriate patient treatment.
Conducts patient consultation, evaluation, and program planning for all patients.
Develops home exercise programs to instruct patients in required exercises for treatment.
Reassesses patient status on an ongoing basis to ensure that treatment goals, plans, and programs are appropriate.
Participates in the development and writing of clinical research protocols; utilizes knowledge of area of expertise to promote safety and efficacy in research questions, protocol development, interventions, and outcomes.
Develops educational programs to increase patient/family and community awareness of occupational therapy treatment.
Recruits and screens patients, enrolls suitable candidates for participation in research protocols.
Provides all study‑related activities related to rehabilitation therapies per research protocol.
Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to private foundations and governmental agencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Certification / Skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Occupational Therapy (OT) by Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners – Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) required.
Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy. Master’s or Doctoral degree preferred.
Minimum Experience Three (3) years of experience required.
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Veteran Information Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0873, 0874, 42B1, 42B3, 42B4, 42BX, 42T1, 42T3, 42T4, 42TX, L32A. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment‑related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law and policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.
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