Occupational Therapist - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Community Health Systems; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Health Insurance Coverage

Educational Reimbursement

401K

Sofi Program

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Community Health Systems is hiring an Occupational Therapist in Longview, Texas. The role involves evaluating patients and providing therapeutic interventions to enhance their daily living activities. You will develop individualized treatment plans, reassess progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of clinical experience and be proficient in occupational therapy principles. Competitive benefits and a sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide safe and effective treatment interventions.
• Regularly reassess patient progress and update treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment for patients.
• Mentor and orient new staff members and students.
• Ensure accurate billing documentation.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Knowledge of occupational therapy principles

Conducting evaluations

Communication skills

Organizational and time management skills

Mentoring ability

Proficiency with EMR systems

Education

OT – Occupational Therapist – Registered

BCLS – Basic Life Support

Job description

Up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus available.

Top Reasons to Join Longview Regional

• Immediate Health Insurance Coverage
• Great benefits such as: Educational Reimbursement, 401K, Sofi Program
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Shift Differentials
• High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny T E X A S

Shift

• Full-Time
• Days

Job Summary

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

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and document findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develop 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.
• Provide safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassess patient progress, update treatment plans as needed, and communicate changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team—physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals—to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrate competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques to meet age‑specific and condition‑specific needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provide mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensure accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1‑3 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 ethical and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Licenses and Certifications

• OT – Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required.
• BCLS – Basic Life Support required.