Occupational Therapist Acute

Las Palmas Medical Center; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits for medical, dental, and prescription drug services

401(k) Plan with a 100% match

Tuition assistance and student loan assistance

Free counseling and referral services

Job summary

Las Palmas Medical Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with impaired daily living activities and movement dysfunction. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, applying therapy techniques, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Occupational Therapy and be licensed in Texas. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and education support.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• 1-2 years experience in any therapy setting preferred.
• Knowledge of general anatomy and physiology, diseases, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments and re-assessments of patients.
• Select and apply appropriate occupational therapy techniques.
• Complete documentation on the same day as treatment.
• Direct activities of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and volunteers.
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team regarding patient status.

Skills

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy principles

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

BS in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Evaluates and treats patients with impaired activities of daily living, movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease or other health related conditions. Treats patients with the use of functional activity, physical agents and methods to assist in restoring normal function after illness or injury.

Population Served

Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served: neuro, orthopedic, spine care, pulmonary including but not limited to: CVA/TIA, joint replacement/fracture repair, etc.

Essential Functions

• Performs Functional Assessments and Re-assessments: Assessment of patient is completed according to unit policy. Collects pertinent subjective and objective information. Performs an assessment appropriate to the specific patient case scenario. Formulates appropriate assessment/re-assessment, treatment, plan of care and goals, which are individualized to the specific patient. Re-assesses patient per department policy; takes appropriate action based on re-assessment. Potential discharge needs are identified and documented.
• Treats Patients: Selects and applies appropriate occupational therapy techniques, functional activity, exercises and therapeutic modalities based on current standards of clinical practice. Selects and utilizes rehab equipment in a safe and effective manner. Modifies the treatment program when indicated, in order to maximize patient progress.
• Documentation: Completes documentation on the same day that assessment, re-assessment or treatment was rendered. Documentation meets generally accepted professional standards.
• Supervision: Appropriately directs the activities of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Technicians, students and volunteers. Ensures that treatment plans and documentation are carried out correctly by Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants. Initiates corrective action (in conjunction with director) when individuals supervised fall below standards.
• Interdisciplinary Interactions: Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team regarding: patient status, discharge plans, equipment needs, recommendations, and other patient issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Licensed by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• BCLS

Required Education/Experience

• BS in Occupational Therapy

Preferred Education, Licensure, Certification, Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• 1-2 years experience in any therapy setting
• New graduates accepted
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy principles and practices, general anatomy and physiology, diseases and post surgical conditions, body movements and functions, and medical terminology.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.