Occupational Therapist (OT) | Up to $25K Sign-On Bonus | Relocation Assistance

Community Health Systems; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FSA

EAP

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Employer Match

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Vacation

Holidays

Personal Day

Family Medical Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time role in Texas. The position offers a sign-on bonus up to $25,000 and relocation assistance, with welcome for new graduates.

The OT will evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic interventions to enhance daily living and work activities, documenting progress and ensuring compliance. Responsibilities include comprehensive evaluations, developing treatment plans, collaborating with care teams, mentoring staff,

Qualifications

• 1–3 years clinical OT experience required.
• Hospital or rehab facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations and document findings.

Skills

OT principles

Evaluation skills

Treatment planning

EMR proficiency

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in OT

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) | Up to $25K Sign-On Bonus | Relocation Assistance

Accepting New Graduates!

Eligible for up to $25K SIGN-ON BONUS

Eligible for up to $10K RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Personal Day
• Family Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Licenses and Certifications

• OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

INDRESPTHER

Job Info

• Job Identification 155292
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 06/29/2026, 01:27 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day