Occupational Therapist - Children S Behavioral Health Center

**Position Title:** ------------------- Occupational Therapist - Children's Behavioral Health Center **Department:** --------------- Pediatric Rehab Services **Job Description:** -------------------- Our NEW [Pediatric Behavioral Health Center](http://www.ouhealth.com/careers/pediatric-behavioral-health-recruitment/#~29a82d6f-38a2-4e83-8713-9dbcd8c42a8e) is scheduled to open in December 2026. Candidates applying for this position should expect a start date after **July 1, 2026**. All applicants must be **21 years of age or older** and provide **two professional references** as part of the hiring process. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 32 and 40 hour per week schedules available **General Summary** Performs a range of Occupational Therapy services including evaluation, planning, and implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients across various functional domains. **Essential Responsibilities** _Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position._ * Interprets routine provider referrals and evaluates patients in areas such as independent living skills, occupational performance, prevocational work adjustment, educational skills, play-leisure abilities, social skills, and psychosocial skills. * Develops and implements individualized treatment plans with regular assessment of progress. * Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices. * Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management. * Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. * Attends departmental meetings. **General Responsibilities** * Performs other duties as assigned. **Level I Minimum Requirements** **Education Requirements** * Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent degree for foreign graduates. **Experience Requirements** * No experience required. **License/Certification/Registration Requirements** * Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist required. * Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities** * Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. * Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data. * Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs. * Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest. * Proficient in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms). * Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. * Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility. * Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity. * Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities. **Level II Minimum Requirements** **Education Requirements** * Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent degree for foreign graduates. **Experience Requirements** * At least 3 years of experience required. **License/Certification/Registration Requirements** * Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist required. * Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities** * Advanced knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. * Synthesizes information from multiple sources, recognizing patterns and clinical complexities. * Communicates effectively and compassionately with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs. * Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest. * Advanced proficiency in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms). * Advanced written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. * Demonstrates autonomy and effective teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility. * Champions diversity and inclusion in the workplace. * Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities. * Applies clinical knowledge and skills autonomously across multiple areas of practice, consistently demonstrating efficiency, adaptability, and sound clinical judgment in diverse healthcare settings. **Level III Minimum Requirements** **Education Requirements** * Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent degree for foreign graduates. **Experience Requirements** * At least 5 years of experience required. **License/Certification/Registration Requirements** * Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist required. * Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities** * Expert knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. * Integrates and synthesizes information from diverse sources, recognizing patterns and clinical nuances. * Demonstrates expert communication skills, adapting to cultural and linguistic needs of patients and families. * Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest. * Expert proficiency in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms). * Expert written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. * Functions independently and leads within interdisciplinary teams while fostering a collaborative environment. * Leads efforts to create an inclusive and equitable workplace. * Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities. * Applies advanced clinical knowledge and judgment across diverse settings, consistently demonstrating leadership, adaptability, and excellence in care delivery. #CB **Current OU Health Employees - Please click** [HERE](https://wd5.myworkday.com/oumedicine/login.htmld) **to login.** 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We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------