Occupational Therapist: Patient-Centered Rehab Expert

Carle Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is looking for an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, serving as a clinical resource for staff and students. The OT will design and implement individualized care plans, monitor progress, and educate patients and families to support rehabilitation goals.

The role emphasizes safe patient handling, collaboration with the health care team, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to program quality and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days (AHA).
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) per state regulatory board.
• Bachelor's Degree required.

Responsibilities

• Transfers assistance as needed with safe body mechanics.
• Designs and updates plan of care with goals, outcomes, and discharge plan.
• Educates patients and family using effective teaching methods.
• Documents evaluations and plans of care per policy.
• Supervises COTA and rehab technicians.
• Communicates progress and discharge recommendations to medical team.

Skills

BLS certification

OT licensure

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Carle Health is looking for an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, serving as a clinical resource for staff and students. The OT will design and implement individualized care plans, monitor progress, and educate patients and families to support rehabilitation goals.

The role emphasizes safe patient handling, collaboration with the health care team, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to program quality and patient outcomes.