Occupational Therapist – Physical Therapy Clinician & Mentor

CHRISTUS Health; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Occupational Therapist responsible for assessing and implementing care for patients. Key duties include supervising support staff and ensuring safe care. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree, OT License in Texas, and BLS certification. This full-time position involves 40 hours per week in a supportive environment focused on patient wellbeing.

Qualifications

• OT License in the state of employment.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Utilize and supervise volunteers, students, and support staff.
• Interpret physician orders and provide safe care.
• Create a positive work/therapy environment.

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Summary:

The Occupational Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for patients ordered occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of the Occupational Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the utilization and supervision of volunteers, students, support staff, and assistants relating to the provision of occupational therapy services
• Responsible for interpretation/implementation of physician orders, provision of safe care to customers, protection of confidential information, professional communication, economic use of time/resources, and creation of a positive work/therapy environment
• Performs other diverse duties as requested

Requirements:

• Master's Degree
• OT License in the state of employment
• BLS

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time