Occupational Therapist - Hospital Acute Care

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, and implement care for patients ordered for occupational therapy. You will adhere to professional practice standards and ensure high-quality therapy interventions within a designated patient population.

Responsibilities include supervising volunteers and students, interpreting physician orders, and maintaining confidential information while delivering safe, efficient care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• BLS certification required.
• OT License in the state of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee volunteers, students, and staff related to OT services.
• Interpret physician orders and provide safe, confidential patient care; use resources efficiently.
• Perform other duties as requested within the OT scope.

Education

Master's Degree

OT License

BLS

Job description

Summary:

The Occupational Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for the patients ordered occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of the Occupational Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the utilization and supervision of volunteers, students, support staff, and assistants relating to the provision of occupational therapy services.
• Responsible for interpretation/implementation of physician orders, provision of safe care to customers, protection of confidential information, professional communication, economic use of time/resources, and creation of a positive work/therapy environment.
• Performs other diverse duties as requested.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree required
• BLS required
• OT License in the state of employment required

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time