Austin Acute Care Occupational Therapist – Impact & Growth

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for the Seton Northwest Hospital in Austin, TX. The role focuses on assessing patients, designing and implementing individual treatment plans, and educating patients and families on discharge and adaptive equipment options in an acute care setting.

You will oversee COTA/therapy tech staff and ensure compliance with state regulations, with a full-time schedule in a vibrant, mission-driven health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or Doctorate degree preferred.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month of hire date.
• OTR credentialed from the Texas Board obtained within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient’s ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills and designs the plan of care.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities and documents patient progress.
• Educates patient and family/caregiver about deficits and discharge planning, including adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversees care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians in accordance with regulations.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's or Doctorate degree preferred

OTR license (Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners)

Job description

Ascension is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for the Seton Northwest Hospital in Austin, TX. The role focuses on assessing patients, designing and implementing individual treatment plans, and educating patients and families on discharge and adaptive equipment options in an acute care setting.

You will oversee COTA/therapy tech staff and ensure compliance with state regulations, with a full-time schedule in a vibrant, mission-driven health system.