Occupational Therapist

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) to evaluate, treat and educate patients across a range of conditions. The role involves planning and implementing occupational therapy programs, including therapeutic exercises, modalities and rehabilitative procedures.

Some travel between facilities may be required. Texas licensure, an accredited OT degree, and current BLS certification are required; clinical experience is preferred to support effective patient

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as Occupational Therapist in the State of Texas.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy degree program.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess individuals for occupational therapy needs.
• Provide OT treatment, rehabilitation and education to patients.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and utilize exercises and modalities as prescribed.
• Coordinate care and communicate progress with patients and care teams.

Skills

Travel required

Education

Texas OT licensure

Accredited OT degree

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) is responsible for evaluation/assessment, treatment, education, planning, utilization of exercises including administering occupational therapy modalities, treatment, and rehabilitative procedures for individuals limited by physical injury or illness, a dysfunctional condition, cognitive impairment, psychosocial dysfunction, mental illness, a developmental or learning disability whether due to trauma, illness, or condition present at birth. Some travel may be required in the provision of services between facilities and job functions. This position summary contains the most relevant duties, responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

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Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required to travel as needed.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE

Licensure in the State of Texas as Occupational Therapist.

Graduate of an accredited Degree program in Occupational Therapy.

Clinical experience preferred.

Must have and maintain current BLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.