Pediatric Occupational Therapist OT - Part-time

Pediatric Occupational Therapist OT - Part-time

Job Category:
Physical Therapy

Requisition Number: PEDIA
002877

Posted:
January 30, 2026 | Part-Time | On-site

551 Kokopelli Blvd, Ste I-K, Fruita, CO 81521, USA

Family Health West is a community hospital located in Fruita, Colorado. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a vibrant environment.

• Reliable and punctual attendance; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.
• Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.
• Evaluate and treat acute care and swing bed patients as prescribed by a licensed physician, with a wide spectrum of diagnoses.
• Supervise and direct occupational therapy assistants, occupational therapy students and rehab aides.
• Perform an appropriate assessment on each patient, as related to the therapy requested and provided, and reassessing as per policy. This includes pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients, and the general patient population.
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluating effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy modalities.
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly. Maintain department cleanliness and safety.
• Interact professionally with patient/family and involve patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team.
• Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
• Maintain records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Maintain a good working relationship, both within the department and with other departments.
• Consult other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Ensure that patient charges are accurate and entered within 24 hours of service.
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes, daily notes, discharge notes, and insurance forms within 24 hours of service. Complete patient evaluations within 24 hours of service.
• Participate in educational staff performance improvement in services. Assist with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members. Participate in guidance and educational programs.
• Coordinate, delegate, and supervise responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (COTA, Rehabilitation Services, Aides, etc.).
• Participate in infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.), Master’s degree (M.A.) or Doctoral degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) required.
• Current State of Colorado Occupational Therapy license in good standing.
• Current registration with the National Occupational Therapy Certification Board (NOTCB) required.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• One or more years of previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred.

Wage starts at $41.18 and goes up with experience

Ask us about Our Incentive Based Bonus Plan that pays out Quarterly!

Immunizations required for employment

FHW offers a full benefits package including:

• Employee Assistance Program
• 403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule
• Medical Plan Options: PPO and HDHP with HSA
• Telemedicine included in both plan options
• Vision, life insurance, disability insurance, critical illness, pet insurance, identity protection, travel protection, etc.

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