Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Avir at Rose Trail in Tyler, TX has an amazing opportunity for a   Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join their new In-House Therapy Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan treatment to residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing

• Assure all treatment is delivered in accordance with an established plan of care

• Provide clinical support and instruct patients, families, and caregivers

• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention

• Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations

• Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition.

• Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.

• Developing treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.

• Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.

• Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.

• Advising patients on exercise techniques.

• Advising patients and their families about in-home treatment options.

• Providing educational information about injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote physical health.

• Consulting and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

• Documenting patient care history.

• Complying with rules, regulations, and procedures.

Career Advantages:

• In-house opportunity

• Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care

• Clinical expertise & training available

• Electronic documentation system

• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff

• Flexible Schedule