ACHD Occupational Therapist — Cardiac Rehab & Wellness

Jobtome; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work with adolescents through adults with complex congenital heart disease in a fast-paced outpatient/ specialty ACHD setting. You will evaluate, design, and implement cardiac-focused treatment plans to improve mobility, endurance, and overall functional recovery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cardiology, nursing, and multidisciplinary teams, mentorship of staff, and adherence to EMR standards.

Qualifications

• OT certification from the state of Texas is required or preferred.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred.
• 2 years clinical experience OR 1-year accredited residency preferred.
• ICU and acute care experience highly preferred.
• VADs and ECMO experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments for ACHD patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards
• Develop and implement individualized, cardiac-focused treatment plans to optimize mobility, strength, and cardiopulmonary endurance
• Provide therapy services within outpatient clinics and specialty ACHD programs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support continuity of care
• Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to less experienced staff within the specialty area
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR in alignment with organizational guidelines
• Act as a clinical instructor for at least one professional student annually
• Identify and communicate safety concerns, patient risks, and unusual clinical situations to leadership
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcomes tracking specific to cardiac rehabilitation and ACHD populations

Connaissances

OT certification

BLS certification

2 years clinical experience or 1-year,

ICU experience

Acute care experience

VADs and ECMO experience

Formation

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Description du poste

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work with adolescents through adults with complex congenital heart disease in a fast-paced outpatient/ specialty ACHD setting. You will evaluate, design, and implement cardiac-focused treatment plans to improve mobility, endurance, and overall functional recovery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cardiology, nursing, and multidisciplinary teams, mentorship of staff, and adherence to EMR standards.