Occupational Therapist – Pediatrics | Abington

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our pediatric rehabilitation team at our Abington location. In this role, you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and other medically complex conditions. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, family-centered care that promotes each child's functional independence and overall development.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of pediatric occupational therapy experience, preferably in an outpatient pediatric rehabilitation or hospital-based setting. Strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with patients and families are essential.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Program

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Certification and Licensure

• PA Occupational Therapy License
• PA Occupational Therapy Temp Licensure will be considered with specified time frame to acquire license
• NBCOT Occupational Therapy Registration

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications

About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.

Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour