Occupational Therapist (OT)

Vance Airscoop; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

TCDRS retirement plan

Job summary

Ballinger Memorial Hospital District in Ballinger, TX is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to lead and coordinate the occupational therapy program for inpatients and outpatients, helping patients regain independence in daily activities.

You will apply therapeutic techniques across home, school, work, and community settings, collaborate with clinicians and caregivers, and monitor program outcomes to ensure high‑quality rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Strong clinical skills in therapeutic techniques and assessment methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement occupational therapy policies, objectives, initiatives and programs.
• Utilize therapeutic techniques to improve patients' quality of life and functioning in home, school, workplace, and community settings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in occupational therapy.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, caregivers, and community resources to support rehabilitation and integration.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and adjust as needed to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Clinical therapy skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ballinger Memorial Hospital District
Ballinger, TX 76821

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Employment Type

Full-Time; Part-Time, or PRN positions available

Benefits

Ballinger Memorial Hospital District offers extremely competitive salaries and excellent benefits! All employees are enrolled in the TCDRS retirement plan, with a generous employer contribution.

Full-Time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, short term disability and cafeteria plans. BMHD also provides $40,000 life insurance and long-term disability for all Full-Time employees.

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist will direct and coordinate the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of occupational therapy program to patients. This individual will utilize therapeutic techniques to assist inpatients and outpatients to improve their quality of life by assisting them with their roles and situations at home, school, workplace, community, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, objectives, initiatives and programs for the occupational therapy program.
• Utilize therapeutic techniques to assist patients in improving their quality of life and functioning in various settings such as home, school, workplace, and community.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in occupational therapy.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, caregivers, and community resources to support patient rehabilitation and integration.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy programs and adjust as needed to optimize patient outcomes.

Education

• The position requires a minimum of bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and familiarity with a variety of fields, concepts, practices, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills in therapeutic techniques and assessment methodologies.
• This role relies on extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills is required.

About Us

Ballinger Memorial Hospital District offers numerous outpatient services, acute and swing bed care, and is certified as a level IV trauma ER. They also provide a clinic with physicians and mid-level providers. Ballinger Memorial Hospital District participates in and promotes activities that encourage wellness in our community.