Therapist Occupational 1

Baylor Scott & White Health; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) savings plan with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Direct Jobs is seeking an Occupational Therapist 1 in Frisco, Texas, responsible for planning and providing therapeutic services to individuals with disabilities. This role involves close collaboration with patients and their families to establish and achieve treatment goals.

The ideal candidate will have effective problem-solving and communication skills, manage clinical documentation, and supervise staff. Certification as an Occupational Therapist is required alongside a Master’s degree or relevant experience. Immediate health benefits and a 401(k) savings plan are included.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certified Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients; modify therapy programs as needed.
• Document clinical interactions thoroughly and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Supervise students and ancillary staff.
• Advance clinical skills through education and literature review.
• Align personal goals with organizational system goals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Computer knowledge

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Standard Rehabilitation equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist 1 plans, organizes, and provides services in therapeutic programs. Clinical practice includes evaluation and therapy planning to help rehabilitate individuals with disabilities. Works closely with patients and families to meet treatment goals.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Evaluates, treats, and monitors patient. Modifies therapy program and goals.
• Performs thorough and concise clinical documentation in a timely manner. Enters charges accurately.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and the medical care team. Provides education to patients, family, and staff.
• Supervises ancillary staff, students and volunteers.
• Advances clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review and implementation of evidence‑based practice.
• Imparts knowledge to develop the clinical skills of colleagues. Adheres to organizational, national and state regulatory guidelines.
• Maintains awareness of system goals. Aligns personal goals and work activities to uphold or impact the system goals.

Key Success Factors

• Must possess problem‑solving skills at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Must have good communication skills. Relate professionally and positively to patients, their family members, and facility staff.
• Shows exceptional synergy and leadership with all levels of the healthcare team. Assures excellent customer service to patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
• Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment.
• High attention to detail in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity.

Qualifications

• Education – Master’s or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Experience – Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/License/Registration – Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Benefits

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.

401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.

Tuition Reimbursement.

PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.