Occupational Therapist Certified

Job Description

The Certified Occupational Therapist functions independently and consistently in the delivery of quality care to occupational therapy patients in accordance with individual patient needs, physician orders, department policies and procedures, and standards of practice. Evaluates patients, plans and implements treatment programs, and documents all treatment accurately. Works in conjunction with other members of the health care team to ensure patient needs are met and, upon request of Rehab Management, may be called upon into a leadership role for issues related to mentoring or program development. Educates patients and families. Provides care to patients of varying ages with age related needs.

Required Skills

Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and procedures.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Good problem-solving ability to determine best methods to address patient problems.

Required Experience

Work Experience:

Three years Occupational Therapist experience required.

License/Registration/Certification

Current license as Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas;

Specialist Certified by the American Occupational Health Therapy Association (AOTA) in Gerontology, Mental Health, Pediatrics, or Physical Rehabilitation; or

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT); or Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS); or Certified Lymphadema Therapist (CLT); or Certified Wound Specialist (CSW) required.

Current CPR required.

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent education if trained outside of U.S required.

Completion of appropriate Clinical Instructor (CI) course; or completed within three months of hire;

Completion of National Databases of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI) for Pressure Treatment Training; or completed within three months of hire.