Occupational Therapist (OT) - Acute Care

Baptist Health System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Baptist Health System is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team in San Antonio, Texas. The role involves evaluating patients, planning treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure exceptional care.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and a current Texas State license. This position provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient recovery and quality of life.

Qualifications

• No previous work experience necessary.
• Must possess a Texas State license prior to orientation.
• Completion of Basic Life Support is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and test results.
• Administer and interpret tests and measurements.
• Develop functional goals with patient engagement.

Skills

Clinical experience

Spanish proficiency

Basic Life Support certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Baptist Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the administration, interpretation and evaluation of tests and measurements. The OT plans and modifies treatment programs for adult patients with clinical competency, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and request interpretation as necessary.
• Administer and interpret tests and measurements of patients.
• Review patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modify the treatment plan accordingly.
• Develop functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
• Instruct and involve patient, family, social worker, nursing staff and discharge planner in patient’s progress and discharge plans, participating in appropriate meetings.
• Ensure all documentation is legible, appropriate, concise and timely.
• Use appropriate modalities and procedures correctly, demonstrating knowledge of indications and contraindications.
• Assure appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.
• Organize schedule to reflect patient priorities, needs of other staff and departmental responsibilities.
• Provide in‑service to staff.
• Provide clinical education for OT students.
• Utilize supportive personnel and supervise administration of treatment plans.
• Inform supervisor of incidents, accidents, equipment failure or unusual physician or patient problems immediately, initiating appropriate action.
• Maintain a working knowledge of routine clerical procedures.
• Utilize resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Address patient population–specific needs.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Preferred Education: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum Experience: No previous work experience necessary. After completion of 3 full years/beginning of 4th year may be eligible for Occupational Therapist Level II.
• Preferred Experience: Clinical experience in a variety of settings, hand therapy, ergonomics, marketing and business familiarity, Spanish proficiency.
• Required Certifications/Licensure: New graduates must possess a current Texas State license prior to orientation. All others must possess a current Texas State license.
• Required courses/completions: Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Employment practices are not influenced by race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. The organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program.