Occupational Therapist - Clinical Leader & Educator

CHRISTUS Children's; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Children's seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive OT services for inpatients and outpatients, including assessment, treatment planning and discharge planning. You will supervise OT staff, assistants and student programs while supporting department operations and Performance Improvement activities.

Responsibilities include patient evaluations, developing measurable goals, and coordinating with families and healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners of Texas; BLS certification required.
• Pre-employment and annual health screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine physical, cognitive and daily living abilities of inpatients and outpatients.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and patient/family participation.
• Adheres to documentation practices including Initial Evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Participates in patient care conferences, family conferences and interdepartmental meetings.
• Counsels patients and families regarding evaluation, care and treatment; initiates timely discharge planning and education.
• Supervises OT staff, OT Assistant students, Rehab Technicians and volunteers.
• Coordinates orientation of new associates, scheduling and staff supervision to maintain quality patient coverage.
• Demonstrates CORE values and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• Identifies community resources and opportunities for education and referrals.

Education

OT degree(s) required

Job description

CHRISTUS Children's seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive OT services for inpatients and outpatients, including assessment, treatment planning and discharge planning. You will supervise OT staff, assistants and student programs while supporting department operations and Performance Improvement activities.

Responsibilities include patient evaluations, developing measurable goals, and coordinating with families and healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care and timely