Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapy - Full time

Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapy - Full time at Christus Health summary:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing occupational therapy care for patients. They ensure compliance with the Occupational Therapy Practice Act and supervise volunteers, students, and support staff in delivering therapy services. The role includes interpreting physician orders, maintaining patient confidentiality, and promoting a positive therapeutic environment.

Summary:

The Occupational Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for the patients who require occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of the 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:

• Master's Degree
• OT License in the state of employment
• BLS

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Keywords:

occupational therapy, patient care, therapy services, supervision, physician orders, healthcare, rehabilitation, BLS certified, licensed occupational therapist, clinical care