Equipment Clinic Therapist - PT

Job DetailsJob Location: Bethany Children's Health Center - Bethany, OK 73008Job Shift: Indirect CarePerform comprehensive equipment evaluations, collaborates on DME recommendations and consults with patients, families and rehabilitation staff to support safe mobility, positioning and participation.  The role includes assessing children with complex medical and developmental needs and ensuring that all assistive technology solutions are optimized for function, comfort, and long-term outcomes.    Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Duty Percent of Time Clinical Assessment and DME Evaluations - Conduct thorough PT/OT evaluations to identify pediatric patient’s needs for durable medical equipment (DME) utilizing standardized assessment tools and clinical reasoning to guide equipment recommendations – including: Manual and Powered Mobility, Seating and positioning systems, Standers, gait trainers, and mobility devices, Assistive technology – related components (access methods, mounts, interfaces), Adapted bathing, toileting, and feeding equipment; Assess postural control, motor skills, tone, musculoskeletal alignment, ROM, strength, endurance, ADL participation, and functional mobility to guide equipment selection in conjunction with attending therapists. 20% Assistive Technology Team Collaboration – participating as an active member of the interdisciplinary AT Team; contributing to integrated equipment planning for patients with combined mobility, seating, communication and access needs; Assist in complex team-based problem solving for children requiring multi-system AT solutions 20% Equipment Trials, Fitting, Training, and Ordering – Plan and execute equipment trials, fittings, deliveries, and follow-up sessions with colleagues, patients, and/or caregivers; follow through assistance for colleagues re: LMN process and with DME company orders, quotes, deliveries and billing; adjust and configure equipment to ensure optimal safety, positioning, access and function as needed; expand equipment trial opportunities for powered mobility; provide training to patients and caregivers on safe use and maintenance of prescribed equipment. 20% Consultation with Rehab Staff and Care Teams - Serve as a resource for inpatient and outpatient rehab therapists requesting equipment guidance; Provide recommendations to PT/OT colleagues regarding positioning strategies, adaptive equipment options, and mobility-related needs; Participate in rounding, case conferences, and discharge planning PRN to ensure continuity and safety of equipment recommendations; Coordinate with school/community based therapists or community service providers as needed; Communicate and collaborate with providers, nurses, case managers, social workers, orthotists, prosthetists, therapists, educators and other members of the care team 20% Family Support and Care Coordination - Guide families through the DME procurement process, including insurance requirements, justification letters, and follow-up; Provide written and verbal instructions related to positioning, access and functional use of devices; Collaborate with DME vendors in the delivery of equipment; Collaborate with therapy colleagues and providers in preparing LMN and documentation needed for insurance authorization 5% Documentation and Compliance - Complete timely and accurate documentation of evaluations, trials, and equipment recommendations; Follow hospital, state, and federal guidelines including safety, regulatory, and accreditation standards; Maintain knowledge of DME ordering processes, vendor requirements, and billing codes 5% Quality Improvement & Professional Development - Participate in quality improvement projects within the Assistive Technology Team; Maintain current knowledge of pediatric assistive technology and DME innovations; Attend continuing education related to seating, mobility and AT advancements 5% Other duties as assigned 5% QualificationsQualification Education: Graduate of accredited PT therapy program.  Ability to speak, understand, read and write English required.   Experience: Preferred 1-2 year(s) pediatric rehabilitation and pediatric complex care experience in addition to 1-2 year(s) experience in assistive technology, seating/mobility, or DME evaluations. License/Certification/Credential: Physical Therapy License from the state of Oklahoma, and Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Certification (through RESNA) or willingness to obtain within 1 year of employment.    About Us Our work begins where we are all equal - at the heart. Bethany Children’s Health Center (formerly The Children’s Center Rehabilitation Hospital) located in Bethany, Oklahoma is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The ACHC accredited hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for children (ages 0-21) and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. Our CARF accredited multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize the patient’s physical and cognitive potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home. In order to maximize the potential of every child, we must maximize the potential of every employee. We are committed to providing staff with the physical, emotional, spiritual, financial and mental resources necessary to achieve their potential and meet our standards of excellence. BCHC offers competitive compensation, benefits, state-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs. Opportunities for professional growth include in-service training, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and scholarships.  **Due to the nature of our pediatric services, this organization’s positions are classified as safety-sensitive roles. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This statute allows Bethany Children’s Health Center to refuse to hire an applicant or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, who tests positive for marijuana even if the applicant or employee holds a valid Oklahoma medical marijuana license.