$5,000 Sign on bonus PART-TIME DAYS The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the administration, interpretation and evaluation of tests and measurements. The OT plans and modifies treatment programs for adult patients with clinical competency, as applicable. General Functions:Interprets physician orders and requests interpretation as necessaryAdministers and interprets tests and measurements of patientsReviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies the treatment plan accordinglyDevelops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectationsInstructs and involves patient, family, social worker, nursing staff and discharge planner in patient’s progress and discharge plans, participating in appropriate meetings.
Ensures all documentation is legible, appropriate, concise and timely. Uses appropriate modalities and procedures correctly demonstrating knowledge of indications and contraindications Assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each useOrganizes schedule to reflect patient priorities, needs of other staff, and the department needs and responsibilitiesProvides in-service to staff Provides clinical education for OT students Utilizes supportive personnel and supervises administration of treatment plansInforms supervisor of incidents, accidents, equipment failure or unusual physician or patient problems immediately, initiating appropriate action.
Maintains a working knowledge of routine clerical proceduresUtilizes resources efficiently and effectivelyMaintains safe environmentAddresses patient population–specific needsParticipates in Performance Improvement activitiesMINIMUM
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational TherapyPREFERRED
Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational TherapyMINIMUM
No previous work experience necessary. After completion of 3 full years/beginning of 4th year may be eligible for Occupational Therapist Level II. PREFERRED
Clinical experience in variety of settings, Hand Therapy, Ergonomics, as well as marketing and business familiarity. Spanish ProficiencyREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: NEW GRADUATES: Possession of current Texas State license prior to orientation. ALL OTHERS: Possession of current Texas State license.
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.#LI-JH5