Occupational Therapist (OT)

Lifepoint Health®; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital - San Antonio Central in San Antonio, TX, seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment plans that promote independence in daily activities.

You will document progress, participate in care planning with clinicians and families, and educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.

Inpatient rehab experience is preferred, CPR certification is required, and you will work within Lifepoint Health's rehabilitation team.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 skills

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

At Kindred Hospital - San Antonio Central, 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 - San Antonio Central is a long‑term acute care hospital located at 111 Dallas Street, 4th Floor, Building C, in San Antonio, Texas. It’s designed for patients who need extended recovery time after intensive care, especially those with complex medical conditions like respiratory failure, sepsis, or stroke.

The hospital offers a range of services including intensive care, telemetry‑level monitoring, wound care, infectious disease management, and rehabilitation for brain injuries and cardiac conditions.

It’s certified by The Joint Commission for Long‑Term Acute Care and has earned disease‑specific certifications in Respiratory Failure and Wound Care, reflecting its commitment to high‑quality, evidence‑based treatment.

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.