Occupational Therapist - PRN

Buena Vida Nursing; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Buena Vida Nursing in Odessa, TX seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) on a PRN basis to support residents’ independence and quality of life through targeted ADL/IADL therapy.

You will assess patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care while documenting thoroughly per policies. Texas OT license and SNF experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Occupational Therapy license in good standing.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility or long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of OT treatment practices and documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with Net Health Electronic Documentation System.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to evaluate their physical condition and its impact on daily activities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to maximize ADLs and IADLs.
• Assess home environments and recommend adaptations based on needs.
• Provide training on adaptive equipment to support independence and safety.
• Ensure treatments are delivered per the plan of care and regulations.
• Monitor patient response and modify interventions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy goals and outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Complete documentation thoroughly and timely per company policies.
• Attend required Rehab meetings and comply with all rules and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Clinical decision-making

Education

Texas OT license

Tools

Net Health Electronic Documentation System

Job description

Join Our Team as a (PRN) Occupational Therapist (OT)

We are seeking a compassionate and flexible Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals on a PRN basis. In this role, you will provide person-centered care focused on improving residents’ independence, safety, and quality of life through meaningful daily activities and functional outcomes.

Your Impact as an Occupational Therapist (OT)

• Consult with patients to evaluate their physical condition and its impact on daily occupations, well-being, and quality of life




• Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results




• Develop individualized treatment plans using a variety of therapeutic techniques to maximize performance in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)




• Assess patients’ home and living environments and recommend modifications based on their needs and capabilities




• Recommend adaptive equipment and provide training to support independence and safety




• Ensure all treatments are delivered in accordance with the established plan of care




• Monitor patient response to treatment and modify interventions as clinically appropriate in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team




• Provide clinical education and support to patients, family members, and caregivers




• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient care




• Complete documentation thoroughly and timely in compliance with company policies and state/federal regulations




• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and procedures




• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Active and valid Texas Occupational Therapy license




• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards




• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or long-term care experience preferred




• Current knowledge of occupational therapy treatment practices




• Experience with Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred




• Ability to manage patients with varying personalities and needs




• Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical decision-making skills

Career Advantages

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)




• New graduates welcome to apply




• Competitive compensation




• Flexible schedules

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.