Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Austin, TX

Occupational Therapist
Location: Austin, 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 | Onsite | Days | Sunday–Thursday

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders and develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient/family goals.
• Plan, implement, and document occupational therapy treatments in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines.
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, discharge planning, and family education.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), OT and COTA students, and assist with new staff orientation.
• Complete all required documentation including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries according to department policy and within defined timeframes.
• Promote patient and employee safety across key areas including safe patient handling, infection control, and fall prevention.

Required Qualifications

• Current, valid Occupational Therapist licensure in the state of Texas.
• Ability to assess, plan, and implement occupational therapy treatment programs independently.
• Experience with or ability to supervise COTAs and OT students.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete records accurately and within required timeframes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in a rehabilitation or post-acute care setting.
• Familiarity with discharge planning processes including adaptive equipment recommendations and caregiver training.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Why Join Us

• Work within a team-oriented environment that prioritizes superior patient care and a strong culture of safety.
• Contract opportunity offering consistent full-time hours in a structured clinical setting.