Occupational Therapist (OT) - Houston, Texas

Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as an Occupational Therapist (OT), where you will play a vital role in enhancing patients' independence and quality of life through tailored therapeutic interventions. In this engaging position, you will assess individual needs, develop personalized care plans, and implement evidence-based strategies across diverse settings. Whether working with children, adults, or seniors, your expertise will foster meaningful progress and empower individuals to achieve their goals. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives while advancing your professional skills.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' functional abilities, including activities of daily living (ADLs), motor skills, cognition, and sensory processing.
• Develop and implement customized care plans that address specific needs related to pediatrics, geriatrics, disabilities, or post-acute recovery.
• Assist patients with ADLs such as dressing, grooming, feeding, and mobility to promote independence.
• Coordinate discharge planning by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth transitions from inpatient or outpatient settings to home or community environments.
• Provide therapy sessions in various settings including inpatient units, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, schools, home health environments, and early intervention programs.
• Engage in case management activities by monitoring progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary, and documenting outcomes accurately.
• Support patients with diverse conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, neurological impairments, orthopedic injuries, or chronic illnesses through targeted interventions.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy techniques, adaptive equipment use, and strategies to maximize functional independence.
• Collaborate with speech therapists, physiotherapists, medical staff, educators, and families to ensure holistic care delivery.
• Maintain detailed records of patient care activities in compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Skills

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