Occupational Therapist, Phys Med Therapy Occup - Full time

Occupational Therapist, Phys Med Therapy Occup - Full time at Christus Health summary:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing occupational therapy care according to physician orders and professional standards. This role includes supervising volunteers, students, and support staff while ensuring safe and effective therapy interventions for patients. The position requires a Master's degree, relevant state licensure, and adherence to confidentiality and care quality protocols.

Description

Summary:

The Occupational Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients ordered occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Occupational Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the utilization and supervision of volunteers, students, support staff, and assistants relating to the provision of occupational therapy services

• Responsible for interpretation/implementation of physician orders, provision of safe care to customers, protection of confidential information, professional communication, economic use of time/resources, and creation of a positive work/therapy environment

• Performs other diverse duties as requested

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Master's Degree

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• OT License in the state of employment

• BLS

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

Keywords:

occupational therapy, patient care, therapy interventions, OT license, physical medicine, rehabilitation, clinical assessment, care planning, BLS certification, supervision