Occupational Therapist - Full Time

Licensed Occupational Therapist Opportunity

We're hiring a licensed Occupational Therapist for a full-time role with a hospital in Dalhart, TX. Your skills will support patients on their journey to healing and independence.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Texas OT license required to start the position.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in a hospital-based setting or with acute care preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required by the facility.

Role Summary

Provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment to adult and geriatric patients in an acute hospital setting. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. Document patient progress and discharge plans according to facility and regulatory standards. Educate patients and caregivers on strategies to maximize function and safety. Participate in department meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Clinical Responsibilities and Environment

• Carries a caseload of generalist hospital patients across medical and surgical units.
• Performs standardized and functional assessments to determine patient needs and goals.
• Provides ADL, IADL, cognition, splinting, adaptive equipment training, and mobility interventions as appropriate.
• Coordinates care with nursing, PT, ST, physicians, and discharge planners to facilitate safe transitions of care.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior acute care hospital experience.
• Familiarity with common acute diagnoses and interventions including post-operative care, stroke, orthopedic conditions, and medical comorbidities.
• Experience with adaptive equipment recommendations and discharge planning.

Benefits

• Recruiter-guided placement and support throughout the hiring process.
• Access to direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel opportunities through a nationwide network.
• Potential eligibility for benefits such as relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses depending on the client and position.

Location Highlights

Dalhart, TX offers a small-town atmosphere with access to regional outdoor recreation and local cultural events. The city is near Palo Duro Canyon State Park for hiking and scenic views. Local museums and community events provide opportunities for family-friendly activities. The regional setting supports easy drives to larger cities for additional shopping and entertainment. Consideration for affordable housing and community-oriented living is advised for clinicians relocating to the area.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for occupational therapists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the appropriate job including competitive benefits and relocation support, all at no cost to you. Discover your career match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.