Occupational Therapist

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide occupational therapy to clients with neuro-musculoskeletal disabilities in accordance with existing standards of practice and ethical principles of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

• Develop and implement treatment plan for clients with neuro-musculoskeletal disabilities. 

• Executes appropriate and careful use of all occupational therapy equipment.

• Participates in the teaching and training programs with the medical services department.

• Reports any problems in the operation of medical equipment to the occupational therapy coordinator. 

• Requests all necessary supplies from the Physical therapy coordinator.

• Demonstrate good clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to work the clients, families and team members.

• Current skills and knowledge for practice guidelines in conducting treatment sessions in virtual platforms. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Evaluate clients with deficits in in motor, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and 

psychosocial skills. 

• Perform comprehensive evaluations using standardized testing tools, objective 

clinical measures, and clinical observation.

• Determine problem list, formulate goals and treatment plan for clients.

• Document evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, daily notes and discharge 

summaries accurately and in a timely manner.

• Clinical observation and skills to assess the need and/or fabricate orthotics for the 

trunk and upper extremity of the pediatric patient. 

• Maintain well-being and safety of the clients during occupational therapy 

intervention process.

• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team to communicate information, 

resolve issues and provide services in compliance with established guidelines. 

• Provide education related to Occupational Therapy for clients, families and staff.

• Develop appropriate home program for clients and families to ensure carry over and 

achieve goals. 

• Provide supervision and co-sign documentation for staff Occupational Therapy 

Assistant.

• Provide clinical supervision to occupational therapy students completing clinical 

hours at Children's Rehabilitation Institute Teleton USA.

• Demonstrate effective time management skills.

• Abide by the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.

• Observe patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines.

• Perform other duties as delegated, required or requested.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

A. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: 

1. Occupational therapy minimum of 1 year of clinical experience (in pediatric setting preferred).

2. Successful completion of fieldwork experience or job experience in related area.

3. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

4. Knowledge of information and techniques needed to rehabilitate physical and mental ailments and to provide career guidance including alternative treatments, rehabilitation equipment and its proper use, and methods to evaluate treatment effects.

B. ATTITUDE:

1. We love who we serve

2. We forge a culture of justice, rights and inclusion

3. We are faithful to our mission

4. We are responsible and live our work with passion

5. We generate creative ideas and put them into practice

6. We are resourceful and committed to sustainability in all our actions

7. We are generous, committed to transforming the lives of the families we serve 

regardless of their insurance or ability to pay

C. QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

1. Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy. Minimum of a Master's degree required

2. Registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

3. Licensed by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners in the state of Texas (ECPTOTE)

4. Current Basic Life Support/ CPR Certification for Health Care Providers

D. GENERAL INFORMATION:

1. Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
 
Why You'll Love Working Here

At CRIT, we believe that supporting our team is just as important as supporting the patients we serve. We want you to grow, thrive, and feel valued in your work. Here are just a few of the ways we invest in our team members:

• Engaging Clinical Work – A varied, and complex neurological and musculoskeletal caseload keeps every day different and fuels lifelong learning and passion for the unique aspects of rehabilitation.

• Ongoing Growth & Development – Access to in-house mentorship and professional development support, clinical in-services, CEUs, and a dedicated CEU Fund with extra PTO for continuing education.

• Balanced Workload – Reasonable productivity standards, mindful weekly evaluation caps, and protected documentation time built into your week on Friday afternoons.

• Tools to Succeed – Company-issued tablet for streamlined point-of-care documentation.

• Time to Recharge – Accrued PTO starting at 80 hours/year for new team members and increasing with tenure, plus 17 paid holidays including a two-week winter break over Christmas and New Year's.

• Special Leave Options – Paid time off available for parental/family leave, jury duty, bereavement, graduations, and weddings.

• Team Culture & Connection – Yearly team-building retreat, quarterly potlucks, and holiday celebrations that bring us together.

• Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive health insurance with 80% of premiums covered for employees and their families, plus fully employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.

• Additional Security – Supplemental insurance options and a 403B retirement plan.

• Stability & Flexibility – A salaried position that offers consistent pay and supports a healthy work–life balance.
 
EMPLOYER'S RIGHTS:

CRIT job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated through the CRIT performance evaluation system and part of that evaluation will be based upon your performance of the tasks listed in the CRIT job description. CRIT has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract of employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason

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