Occupational Therapist, Needham Position Available In Norfolk, Massachusetts

Occupational Therapist, Needham Boston Children’s Hospital United States, Massachusetts, Needham Jun 11, 2025
Job Posting Description At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position Summary/Department Summary:

The Department of Pediatric Occupational Therapy at Boston Children’s Hospital works with patients whose ability to participate in daily life is limited due to an injury, illness, or developmental issue. We help patients strengthen their existing skills and – when needed – learn how to work within their limitations so they can take part in activities at home, school, and in the community. We are seeking to hire a full time Occupational Therapist with upper extremity/ hand experience ASAP for our new Needham location!

Key Responsibilities:

Providing occupational therapy services to patients with physical dysfunction in accordance with established departmental and professional practice guidelines, standards and protocols.
Performing evaluations, assigning occupational therapy diagnoses
Developing and implementing patient treatment programs and goals
Preparing discharge plans and home treatment programs
Instructing and educating patients/families
Arranging follow-up services as needed

Minimum Qualifications Education:

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Experience:

One plus year of Pediatric hospital-based OT experience preferred
Upper Extremity / Hand Experience highly preferred

Licensure/Qualifications:

Occupational Therapist licensure in the state of MA This is an immediate hire, with training in Waltham/Boston before opening of Needham Clinic in January 2026. Free parking in Waltham and Needham!
This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!
Schedule is M-F Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.