Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

About this role

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Organization: Occupational Therapy Job Summary: Responsible for administering and directing appropriate Occupational Therapy evaluation and treatment as prescribed by qualified physician. Responsible for effective communication and accurate documentation. Displays professional behavior in accordance with AOTA Code of Ethics and Vanderbilt Tullahoma Harton Hospital philosophy of service. . Occupational Therapist (OT) – Pediatrics | PRN Location: Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital, Tullahoma, TN Schedule: PRN | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Make a Meaningful Difference in Pediatric Care

Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team in a pediatric-focused PRN role. This opportunity offers a consistent weekly schedule, an established outpatient pediatric caseload, and the chance to make an immediate impact in the lives of children and families within our community.

Approximately 80% of this role is dedicated to outpatient pediatric therapy, with occasional opportunities to support adult acute care services in a collaborative hospital environment. Whether you're an experienced pediatric therapist or a recent graduate with relevant fieldwork experience, you'll find a supportive team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Consistent PRN schedule every Tuesday and Thursday

• Established pediatric caseload with immediate patient need

• Primarily outpatient pediatrics (approximately 80%)

• Forty-five-minute treatment sessions

• Average of six patient visits per day

• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families

• Clinical variety with limited acute care exposure

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment

• Access to Vanderbilt Health resources and professional development opportunities

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing pediatric therapy program

Pediatric Outpatient Practice (Approximately 80%)

In this role, you'll work with an established pediatric population and provide individualized treatment focused on helping children achieve functional independence and developmental milestones.

Common diagnoses include:

• Developmental delays

• Autism spectrum disorders

• Sensory processing challenges

• Fine motor skill deficits

• Neurological and developmental conditions affecting daily function

Responsibilities include:

• Performing occupational therapy evaluations and treatments

• Developing individualized plans of care

• Providing family education and caregiver training

• Collaborating with providers and therapy team members

• Supporting positive functional outcomes through evidence-based care

Adult Acute Care Support (Approximately 20%)

You'll also have the opportunity to maintain and expand your clinical skills by supporting adult acute care patients within the hospital setting.

Responsibilities may include:

• Evaluating and treating hospitalized patients

• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation professionals

• Promoting safe discharge planning and functional independence

• Delivering patient-centered care in a collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat pediatric outpatient and adult acute care patients

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams

• Educate patients and families to support successful outcomes

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation

• Supervise occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students following required experience guidelines

• Provide clinical direction to certified occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation support staff

• Support departmental quality and patient experience initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

• Current Tennessee Occupational Therapist license

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Commitment to patient-centered care

Preferred

• Pediatric occupational therapy experience

• Experience in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or related settings

• Experience working with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, and sensory processing challenges

New graduates with pediatric fieldwork experience are encouraged to apply.

Why Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital?

As part of Vanderbilt Health, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital offers the unique combination of a community hospital environment and the resources of a nationally recognized healthcare system.

Our therapists enjoy:

• A supportive, team-oriented culture

• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• The ability to provide personalized, high-quality patient care

• Meaningful connections with patients and families

• The opportunity to make a difference in an underserved community

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If you're passionate about helping children develop the skills they need to thrive while enjoying a consistent, flexible schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

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