Acute Care OT: Direct Patient Care & Mentorship

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients, develop and initiate treatment plans, and deliver direct patient care across occupational performance areas. The role includes documenting findings and guiding students and interns, while supporting staff and leadership with program development.

The OT will supervise assistants, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and ensure safe, compassionate, personalized care within policy and budgetary

Qualifications

• Education: OT degree from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Texas OT license and BLS certification.
• Experience: At least 2 years clinical experience or completion of an accredited residency/fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plans to maximize independence.
• Provides direct patient care and documents findings, progress and instructions.
• Serves as resource to staff OT’s and mentors students/interns.
• Implements OT treatment programs and supervises assistants/techs as needed.
• Promotes safety, communication with staff and families, and adherence to MH policies.

Skills

Clinical experience

Oral & written communication

Fine motor skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelors or OT degree

Job description

Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients, develop and initiate treatment plans, and deliver direct patient care across occupational performance areas. The role includes documenting findings and guiding students and interns, while supporting staff and leadership with program development.

The OT will supervise assistants, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and ensure safe, compassionate, personalized care within policy and budgetary