Occupational Therapist

1 month ago

Austin, United States PowerBack Rehabilitation Full time

POSITION SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient's private residence or in a patient's room in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment which is the patient's home. The Occupational Therapist organizes and conducts occupational therapy programs for the agency to facilitate rehabilitation. In addition, they direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Occupational Therapist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. As necessary or applicable, supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
2. Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
3. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.
4. Makes referrals to other disciplines, agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
5. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team, including the community physician, to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
6. Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of individual patients.
7. Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
8. Orders supplies and equipment as necessary.
9. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary.
10. Puts patient service first: ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
11. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the occupational therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include but are not limited to application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as:
cognitive skills
muscle strength
coordination
endurance
mobility
perceptual abilities
sensory awareness
sitting and standing tolerance
balance
activities of daily living
joint protection
work simplification
orientation
physical agent modalities
low vision
falls risk management
medication management
health and wellness
community integration and reintegration
Case Management skills in the home and community space
12. Designs, fabricates, fits and/or applies adaptive devices, and trains patients in the use of adaptive devices including orthotics and prosthetics.
13. Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest.
14. Instructs patients in the skills and techniques required for participation in functional activities and evaluates patient progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential.
15. Performs routine reexamination as needed/required to modify/progress plan of treatment.
16. Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements:
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. They must have a Bachelor's degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
2. They must have initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
3. The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.
4. Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patient's residence.

Compensation: Up to $63.00 / hour

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, Minnesota, United States Southern Minnesota Education Consortium Full time

    POSITION TITLE:Occupational Therapist 1.0FTESTART DATE:School YearAPPLICATION DEADLINE:Open until filledMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:MN Occupational Therapist certification.DESCRIPTION:SMEC is an education district made up of seven member districts that offer special education services and programming. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for providing...

  • Occupational Therapist

    1 month ago

    Austin, United States Blue Stone Therapy Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Blue Stone Therapy is certified as a Great Place to Work!Blue Stone Therapy was founded in 2009 and provides contract physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology to communities in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Our focus is to deliver optimal,...

  • Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Blue Stone Therapy Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Blue Stone Therapy is certified as a Great Place to Work!Blue Stone Therapy was founded in 2009 and provides contract physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology to communities in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Our focus is to deliver optimal,...

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, Texas, United States Soliant Full time

    Job Title: Occupational Therapist at Austin, TexasAbout the Company: Join our team in Austin, Texas as an Occupational Therapist and make a real impact on improving patients' lives through dedicated occupational therapy services.Responsibilities:Conducting comprehensive evaluations to assess patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial...

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 months ago

    Austin, United States TX-STAR Speech Language Services Full time

    Tx-Star has immediate openings for part-time Occupational Therapists in Houston, Tx and surrounding areas! Part-time, full time and PRN available! Flexible schedule! Benefits available! We have some fantastic schools in Texas that we are continuing and actively recruiting for at the start of and all through each school year! Job Description: Our company is...

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, Texas, United States LMS Recruiting Full time

    Occupational Therapist (OT) | Home Health | PediatricsWe have an immediate need for a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) who is seeking a full-time position in with an established home health agency. The successful candidate will provide occupational therapy services to pediatric patients located around south Austin area. Job DescriptionAs an Occupational...

  • Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States TX-STAR Speech Language Services Full time

    Tx-Star has immediate openings for part-time Occupational Therapists in Houston, Tx and surrounding areas! Part-time, full time and PRN available! Flexible schedule! Benefits available! We have some fantastic schools in Texas that we are continuing and actively recruiting for at the start of and all through each school year! Job Description: Our company is...

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, Texas, United States Soliant Full time

    Minimum 1+ years occupational therapy experience required.School based Occupational Therapist needed for a contract job in the Austin, TX area. It is a rare opportunity for job opportunity for there to be an opening this area. This will fill quickly MUST have TX state OT license and post graduate pediatric experience. However, client strongly prefers...

  • Occupational Therapist

    1 month ago

    Austin, United States Capitol Home Health Full time

    WHY JOIN US? Capitol Home Health is a family-owned and operated healthcare agency that is proud to serve Central Texas. We have offices in Austin, Temple and San Antonio. We have earned the ACHC accreditation, the gold star standard in the healthcare industry, demonstrating that quality patient care is the core value of our agencies! Best Companies to Work...

  • Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Capitol Home Health Full time

    WHY JOIN US? Capitol Home Health is a family-owned and operated healthcare agency that is proud to serve Central Texas. We have offices in Austin, Temple and San Antonio. We have earned the ACHC accreditation, the gold star standard in the healthcare industry, demonstrating that quality patient care is the core value of our agencies! Best Companies to Work...

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Capitol Home Health Full time

    WHY JOIN US? Capitol Home Health is a family-owned and operated healthcare agency that is proud to serve Central Texas. We have offices in Austin, Temple and San Antonio. We have earned the ACHC accreditation, the gold star standard in the healthcare industry, demonstrating that quality patient care is the core value of our agencies! Best Companies to Work...

  • Occupational Therapist

    1 month ago

    Austin, United States HCA Healthcare Full time

    Description IntroductionAre you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Occupational Therapist today with St. Davids South Austin Medical Center.BenefitsSt. Davids South Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards...

  • Occupational Therapist

    1 month ago

    Austin, United States Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Full time

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST- FULL TIMEAUSTIN, TEXAS-Home and Community Program:Who we are looking for:An experienced Neuro- OT, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the communityYou are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in...

  • Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, Texas, United States Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Full time

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST- FULL TIMEAUSTIN, TEXAS-Home and Community Program:Who we are looking for:An experienced Neuro- OT, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the communityYou are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in...

  • Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Full time

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST- FULL TIMEAUSTIN, TEXAS-Home and Community Program:Who we are looking for:An experienced Neuro- OT, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the communityYou are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in...

  • Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Southern Minnesota Education Consortium Full time

    POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist 1.0FTE START DATE: 2024-2025 School Year APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: MN Occupational Therapist certification. DESCRIPTION: SMEC is an education district made up of seven member districts that offer special education services and programming. The Occupational Therapist will be...

  • Occupational Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Southern Minnesota Education Consortium Full time

    POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist 1.0FTE START DATE: 2024-2025 School Year APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: MN Occupational Therapist certification. DESCRIPTION: SMEC is an education district made up of seven member districts that offer special education services and programming. The Occupational Therapist will be...

  • Occupational Therapist

    1 month ago

    Austin, United States Seasoned Recruitment Full time

    JOB SUMMARY Seasoned Recruitment is currently seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join our team. As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality rehabilitative services to patients with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. This includes evaluating patients' needs, developing treatment plans, and...

  • Occupational Therapist Assistant

    2 months ago

    Austin, United States CTW Home Health LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Are you looking for a career that gives you a work life balance and allows you to make an impact in someone else’s life? Does the work you do everyday matter to you? At Circle of Care Pediatric Home Health, the work our therapists do creates value in the homes of the children and families that we serve. You can...

  • Occupational Therapist Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CTW Home Health LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Are you looking for a career that gives you a work life balance and allows you to make an impact in someone else’s life? Does the work you do everyday matter to you? At Circle of Care Pediatric Home Health, the work our therapists do creates value in the homes of the children and families that we serve. You can...