Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Dallas, TX

Occupational Therapist
Location: Dallas, 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

Location

Texas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Monday–Friday | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders and plan, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient/family goals
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, and collaborate with other team members to provide optimal patient care
• Complete all required documentation including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, and discharge summaries within defined timeframes and per department policy
• Coordinate discharge planning for each patient, including placement recommendations, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment issuance and training
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques; assist with new staff orientation
• Promote patient and employee safety across all key areas including safe patient handling, infection control, and fall prevention

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure in the state of Texas
• Ability to plan, organize, administer, and supervise OT treatment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations
• Competency in selecting and accurately administering appropriate evaluation procedures based on patient diagnosis
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete all required records within defined timeframes
• Ability to supervise COTAs, students, and other staff members competently

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in an interdisciplinary team environment with demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Familiarity with discharge planning processes, including adaptive equipment recommendations and caregiver training
• Strong patient and family communication skills with the ability to adjust to varying levels of understanding

Why Join Us

• Work within an organization that prioritizes patient safety and employee well-being as core operational values
• Join a team-oriented environment that encourages continuous quality improvement and professional collaboration