Per Diem Occupational Therapist – Rehab & Independence

Ernest Health, Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist for per diem hours at Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas. The role focuses on evaluating patients, improving motor function, and teaching daily living activities within a multidisciplinary rehab team.

The candidate should hold OT licensure, CPR/BLS, and ideally have one year of rehabilitation hospital experience, with strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care skills. Weekend availability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required.
• One year of rehab hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities.
• Teach patients to perform daily living tasks and adapt to permanent loss of function.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure patient-centered care and optimize outcomes.

Skills

OT licensure

CPR/BLS

Rehab experience

Education

Graduate Degree in OT

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist for per diem hours at Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas. The role focuses on evaluating patients, improving motor function, and teaching daily living activities within a multidisciplinary rehab team.

The candidate should hold OT licensure, CPR/BLS, and ideally have one year of rehabilitation hospital experience, with strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care skills. Weekend availability is a plus.