Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – OTWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team in North Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and serving as a resource in the therapy department.Occupational therapy (OT) is an allied health profession that involves the therapeutic use of everyday activities, or occupations, to treat the physical, mental, developmental, and emotional ailments that impact a patient's ability to perform daily tasks. The responsibilities of Occupational Therapist include:Evaluating a patient's condition and needsDeveloping treatment plans to address a patient's needs and help them meet specific goalsAssessing a patient's home and/or work environment and recommending adaptations to fit the patient's needs and improve independenceTraining patients and their caregivers to use special equipmentAssessing and documenting progress for evaluation, billing, and reporting purposesQualifications:Bachelor or Masters of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy.Licensed by the State of Texas.CPRMust be able to provide direct and supervised patient care.Demonstrates the ability to perform the technical skills and critical thinking outlined in the performance standards.Must be able to successfully pass required exams.Knowledge of the principles of Occupational therapy across the life span, to assess age specific needs of children, adolescents, adult, and elderly patients to provide them with appropriate care.Must be familiar with the standards of care regarding inpatients and outpatientsApply now to be considered.