Pediatric Occupational Therapist Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the pediatric occupational therapist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for specialized/comprehensive assessment and intervention for infant’s with feeding deficits related to structural anomalies, syndromes, and neurological deficits.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Occupational Therapist Certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Graduate of the American Occupational Therapy Association training program
• Occupational Therapist State of WI License, or working on obtaining licensure
• Valid/current Occupational Therapy License in state of practice
• Previous Pediatric OTR experience
• OTR/License (IL Occupational Therapy License)
• Current AHA BLS Provider certification
• Previous pedictric outpatient OT experience

Please consider me for the pediatric occupational therapist opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for patient/family education and counseling regarding issues related to treatments and goals, safety risks and/or other issues within scope of practice.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Specialty/Department/Practice - Occupational Therapy/Inpatient Pediatric
• Demonstrated proficient knowledge of typical development
• Provides patient care based upon physician referral and age-appropriate assessment taking into consideration the patient’s developmental/chronological age and medical diagnoses when planning/implementing treatment programs designed to achieve goals set in conjunction with the patient and/or family member
• Coordinates patient care and clinical activities through written and/or verbal communication with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians and other members of the health care team
• Documents in the patient’s medical record and completes other patient care-related forms in compliance with regulatory agencies and department/hospital policies and procedures
• Supervises OTAs and collaborates with other therapy staff, support staff, volunteers and students to achieve efficient clinical activity and quality patient care
• Participates in other patient care and departmental/professional activities as requested/assigned including but not limited to presenting/attending in-services, performance improvement, program development/evaluation, new employee orientation, committee membership, peer review and attending staff meetings
• Perform assessments and re-assessments with revised plans of care and/or discharge summaries

I am excited to be applying for the position of pediatric occupational therapist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for care appropriate to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and provide the care needed.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Indiana Occupational Therapy Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
• Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) preferred
• NYS Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) recommended
• Experience working with the Pediatric and/or Disabled population
• Experience with Pediatrics highly preferred
• Previous experience working with people dealing with multiple disabilities

Please consider me for the pediatric occupational therapist opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for client/family education and counseling regarding issues related to treatments and goals, safety risks and/or other issues within scope of practice.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Memberships in the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) are recommended
• Advanced Practice in Hand Therapy from the California Board of Occupational Therapy preferred
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is recommended
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation from the Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) preferred
• Specialized occupational therapy training or experience to meet a particular department need
• Has successfully completed the academic requirements of an educational program, including the educational program and supervised fieldwork requirements, for an occupational therapist that are approved by the board of the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board, or the American Occupational Therapy Association
• New Jersey Occupational Therapy license
• State of WI - Occupational Therapist Licensure

I would like to submit my application for the pediatric occupational therapist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for care appropriate to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Screen patients to determine appropriateness of therapy
• Experience providing OT services to children and adolescents
• Demonstrated familiarity with evidence-based OT interventions
• Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Maryland or the jurisdiction in which he/she functions
• Bachelor’s, Masters -or- Ph
• Job offer contingent upon successfully passed background check
• Maintenance of appropriate professional affiliation(s) needed to supervise undergraduate and graduate students during practicum, student teaching, and internships
• Access to reliable transportation for visiting clients homes