Occupational Therapist Sr.-FT/ Day Shift

ILOTA; Bellaire (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and administer interventions in ambulatory clinics within our safety-net system. You will support performance improvement, research, and clinical education while coordinating with front-office staff on appointments and authorizations.

The role requires a Texas license and a BS/MS in Occupational Therapy, with preferred experience in ambulatory care and bilingual abilities (Spanish or Vietnamese) to serve a diverse patient

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current Texas license required.
• Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese).
• Experience in ambulatory care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and administer interventions in ambulatory clinics.
• Assist with departmental performance improvement, research, and clinical education.
• Manage patient appointment system and work with front office on service authorization and documentation.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Writing

Medical terms

Analytical

Research

Orthotic fabrication

Education

BS/ MS in Occupational Therapy

Current Texas license

Tools

Orthotic fabrication equipment

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs patient evaluations and administers interventions in department or ambulatory clinics, performs related duties such as departmental performance improvement, research, and clinical education, and serves as clinical specialist to staff. Also serves as resource to program or product line development. Adheres to practice act, regulations and rules, departmental policy and procedure, and documentation and reimbursement rules applicable to ambulatory care. Manages patient appointment system and work with front office on service authorization, certification and recertification. Demonstrates competence to adapt work and customer service to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, safety and other developmental needs of patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Specialized Training/Licensure:

BS/ MS in occupational therapy; Current Texas license.

Specialty Certification:

CHT and/or CLT preferred

Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.

Work Experience (Years and Area):

Four (4) Years Work Experience as an OT. Will accept minimum 1 year experience as an OT with 6 years' experience as a COTA for candidates having experience as a COTA and have completed a bridge program to be licensed as an OT. Half (1/2) credit given for prior COTA experience, cap at 5 years of experience.

Equipment Operated:

Competency in Occupational Therapy equipment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing /Composing Correspondence, Writing /Composing Reports

Bilingual Skills:

Spanish, Vietnamese Preferred

Other Skills:

Analytical, Medical Terms, Research, P.C., MS Word, Ability to fabricate, fit, and modify custom orthotic splints for patients with upper extremity injuries and conditions

Work Schedule:

Flexible

Other Requirements:

Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting