Occupational Therapist

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center in Texas is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) responsible for evaluation/assessment, treatment, education, and planning of therapy for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial conditions. The role includes utilizing OT modalities and rehabilitative procedures, and may require travel between facilities.

The position emphasizes delivering high-quality patient care, adherence to licensure in Texas, and maintaining BLS certification as part of

Qualifications

• Licensure in the State of Texas as Occupational Therapist.
• Graduate of an accredited Degree program in Occupational Therapy.
• Must have and maintain current BLS certification.
• Required to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and assessment of patients to determine OT needs.
• Provide OT treatment, rehabilitation and modalities as indicated.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic activities and goals.
• Plan and implement individualized therapy programs.
• Coordinate care and travel between facilities as required.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

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

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.