Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Houston, TX

Occupational Therapist
Location: Houston, TX
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Long Term Care (LTC)

Location

Houston, TX

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders, developing appropriate plans of care in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices.
• Assess and adjust patient treatment plans based on progress, evaluate treatment outcomes, and make referrals as appropriate.
• Accurately document all clinical and regulatory information in the electronic documentation system, including treatment minutes, progress notes, and comprehensive discharge summaries.
• Communicate effectively with the care team regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans, and participate in required meetings such as patient care conferences and utilization review meetings.
• Supervise and support occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Active Texas Occupational Therapist (OT) license required.
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience required.
• Long Term Care (LTC) or rehabilitation setting experience required.
• Adherence to NBCOT, AOTA, and Texas state practice acts, code of conduct, and professional ethics.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience utilizing standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to guide clinical interventions.
• Familiarity with Medicare A, Medicare B, and Managed Care treatment protocols and documentation requirements.

Why Join Us

• Therapists are provided a dedicated device for documentation, supporting an efficient and organized clinical workflow.
• Group therapy is supported at this facility, offering flexibility in how productivity goals are met throughout the day.