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
Apply Today
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.
Join Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital and help children and families achieve greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.
