Occupational Therapist (Lic)

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center in Eagle Pass, TX, is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) to evaluate, plan and implement therapy for individuals with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial impairments. Travel between facilities may be required.

The role requires Texas state licensure as an OT, graduation from an accredited OT program, and current BLS certification; previous clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice OT in Texas
• Graduate of an accredited OT program
• Must maintain current BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients as OT per physician orders
• Educate patients and families on therapy plans
• Collaborate with care teams and document progress

Skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Texas Licensure as Occupational Therapist

Graduate of accredited OT program

Job description

Position Summary

Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) is responsible for evaluation/assessment, treatment, education, planning, utilization of exercises including administering occupational therapy modalities, treatment, and rehabilitative procedures for individuals limited by physical injury or illness, a dysfunctional condition, cognitive impairment, psychosocial dysfunction, mental illness, a developmental or learning disability whether due to trauma, illness, or condition present at birth. Some travel may be required in the provision of services between facilities and job functions. This position summary contains the most relevant duties, responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

Responsibilities

Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR) is responsible for evaluation/assessment, treatment, education, planning, utilization of exercises including administering occupational therapy modalities, treatment, and rehabilitative procedures for individuals limited by physical injury or illness, a dysfunctional condition, cognitive impairment, psychosocial dysfunction, mental illness, a developmental or learning disability whether due to trauma, illness, or condition present at birth. Some travel may be required in the provision of services between facilities and job functions. This position summary contains the most relevant duties, responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

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Qualifications

Required to travel as needed

Education / Licensure

Licensure in the State of Texas as Occupational Therapist

Graduate of an accredited Degree program in Occupational Therapy.

Clinical Experience Preferred

Must have and maintain current BLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.

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