Occupational Therapist (OT)

Texas Counseling Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital - Houston Medical Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. This full-time position emphasizes evaluating patients and developing treatment plans to promote daily activities and functional independence.

Responsibilities include delivering therapeutic interventions, documenting progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams and families. A graduate OT program, current license, CPR certification, and inpatient rehab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills.
• Current license to practice occupational therapy.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in inpatient rehab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' daily living skills.
• Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

Title: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Type: Full time

Your experience matters!

AtKindred Hospital - Houston Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person.

Kindred Hospital - Houston Medical Center is a long-term acute care hospital located at 6441 Main Street in Houston, Texas. It's designed for patients who are chronically or critically ill and need extended hospital stays-especially those recovering from conditions like respiratory failure, sepsis, stroke, or complex wounds. It is certified by The Joint Commission in Long-Term Acute Care, with disease-specific certifications in Respiratory Failure and Sepsis, reflecting a strong commitment to evidence-based care.

As anOccupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients and developing treatment plans that promote the ability to perform daily activities and improve functional independence.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' daily living skills.
• Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills required.
• Familiarity with rehab documentation systems preferred.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Experience: Experience in inpatient rehab preferred.
• License: Current license to practice occupational therapy.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

About us

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation"is an Equal Opportunity Employer."Lifepoint Rehabilitation"is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.