Outpatient Occupational Therapist

TCH Medical Center; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TCH Medical Center in Texas is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan, evaluate, organize, and implement therapy programs in a developmentally appropriate manner, in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in OT and OT certification; two years of pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred. Respiratory fit testing is required, with collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy is required.
• OT certification is required.
• 2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines.
• Develop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Develop measurable long-term and short-term goals.
• Manage the schedule effectively to maintain productivity expectations.
• Participate in ongoing communication and collaboration with other members of the patient’s interdisciplinary care team.
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention.
• Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and/or termination of treatment when appropriate.
• Collaborate with the clinic/program team to assess the need for clinical support.
• Ensure patient authorization prior to providing therapy treatment.
• Assess patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, readiness to learn, ability to assimilate information, and the most desirable method of teaching.
• Develop and instruct the patient and family for appropriate home treatment programs.
• Document the patient information in the electronic medical record.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy

Job description

We are searching for an Occupational Therapist — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you’ll plan, evaluate, organize, and implement occupational therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age-appropriate manner.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines
• Develop an individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings
• Develop measurable long-term and short-term goals
• Manage the schedule effectively to maintain productivity expectations
• Participate in ongoing communication and collaboration with other members of the patient’s interdisciplinary care team
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention
• Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment and/or termination of treatment when appropriate
• Collaborate with the clinic/program team to assess the need for clinical support
• Ensure patient authorization prior to providing therapy treatment
• Assess patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, readiness to learn, ability to assimilate information, and the most desirable method of teaching
• Develop and instruct the patient and family for appropriate home treatment programs
• Document the patient information in the electronic medical record

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required
• OT certification required
• 2 years’ pediatric and/or clinical experience preferred