Occupational Therapist Up to $25k Sign-On Bonus

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

FSA

EAP

Competitive Pay

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Personal Day

Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, plan individualized treatment paths, and administer therapeutic interventions to improve daily living and work-related activities as prescribed by a physician.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation staff, document progress in EMR, and mentor students and new staff while maintaining safety and compliance in a fast-paced hospital or rehab setting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of clinical OT experience required.
• Hospital or rehabilitation setting experience preferred.
• Current OT license (OTR) and BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to determine physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and document sessions.
• Reassess progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehab staff to optimize outcomes.
• Mentor students and new staff when available.
• Ensure accurate billing documentation and compliance with standards.

Skills

Patient Education

EMR Documentation

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Mentoring

Regulatory Compliance

Education

OTR Licensure

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR Proficiency

Job description

Accepting New Graduates!

Eligible for up to $25K SIGN-ON BONUS

Eligible for up to $10K RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Personal Day
• Family Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Licenses and Certifications

• OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

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