Occupational Therapist

DeTar Healthcare System; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with Employer Match

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Vacation

Holidays

Personal Day

Family Medical Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Internal Promotion Opportunities

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist at DeTar Healthcare System evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance daily living and work activities for patients across ages in acute care, ICU, and inpatient rehabilitation. You will establish patient-centered goals, reassess progress, and maintain thorough documentation in accordance with physician directives.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, provide patient and family education, and collaborate with physicians, nurses,

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of OT experience in hospital or rehabilitation settings.
• Licensed OT (OTR) in the state of employment.
• BLS certification and commitment to patient privacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations and document findings thoroughly.
• Develop and implement individualized, measurable treatment plans.
• Provide safe, effective therapeutic interventions and patient education.
• Regularly reassess progress and update plans with care team.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehab professionals for coordinated care.

Skills

Therapy assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Documentation

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Work across multiple hospital settings, including Acute Care, ICU, and Inpatient Rehabilitation (IRF)
• Diverse patient population with opportunities to develop and maintain a broad clinical skill set
• Collaborative interdisciplinary rehab team
• Autonomy in managing your caseload, workflow, and documentation practices
• Documentation time built into productivity expectations
• Access to MedBridge for continuing education courses, home exercise programs (HEPs), and patient education resources
• New graduates encouraged to apply

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Personal Day
• Family Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness
• Internal Promotion Opportunities

Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients’ ability to perform daily living and work activities in children and adults, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.
Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly across diverse patient populations.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Licenses and Certifications

• OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered license in the state of employment required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required

Job Info

• Job Identification 162527
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/24/2026, 01:37 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day