Occupational Therapist- PRN

Ernest Health, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a PRN position to join a dedicated rehabilitation team delivering patient-centered care.

You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and help patients regain daily living and work skills through individualized therapy. The hospital emphasizes compassionate care and professional growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• At least 1 year of rehab hospital patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Understanding of treatment costs and financial support related to care quality.
• Competent in providing care per established standards.
• Ability to apply age-specific standards across pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Strong computer skills: data entry, word processing, email, records.
• Leadership, organization, and staff education abilities.
• Strong communication and confidentiality skills.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with others and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and helps improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, and teaches daily living and work-related tasks.

Skills

OT licensure

BLS/CPR

Rehab hospital experience

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist- PRN - Corpus Christi, Texas

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

We have a great Occupational Therapist- PRN opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas offers comprehensive inpatient rehabilitative care in a warm, coastal community setting. We are committed to helping patients recover from disabling medical events - including strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, major orthopedic injuries, and medically complex illnesses - through personalized and intensive therapy programs. Our rehabilitation team combines expertise and compassion, providing tailored physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to address each patients' specific challenges and goals. The hospital's modern design includes spacious private rooms and fully equipped therapy areas, allowing patients to practice real-life skills and build confidence in a safe environment. Accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized for exceptional quality of care, Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to serve the Coastal Bend region by guiding patients on their journey to restored health, independence, and a better quality of life.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
• Basic Life Support/CPR card required
• One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.