Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy

Location: Kingwood, TX Shifts: Days Setting: Outpatient Clinic

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients improve their ability to perform daily activities and achieve greater independence. The ideal candidate will assess patients' needs, develop personalized treatment plans, work closely with healthcare teams, and educate patients and families on techniques to support recovery and daily functioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review physician referrals and patient records to develop tailored treatment plans for upper extremity conditions
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations to assess range of motion, strength, sensation, coordination, and functional abilities.
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy interventions including manual therapy, therapeutic activities, strengthening, splinting, modalities, and home exercise instruction.
• Fabricate, fit, and adjust custom orthoses/splints as indicated.
• Document patient care and progress in accordance with clinic policies, payer guidelines, and Texas state regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other care team members to ensure coordinated and effective treatment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• 1 to 2 years of Outpatient orthopedic experience highly required.
• Current Occupational Therapy license in Texas, displayed in accordance with the Texas Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
• Proficiency in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, splinting, and use of occupational therapy equipment.

Benefits:

• Robust benefit package with employee health insurance covered (HDHP) with deductible support
• 401K
• CEU$
• Incentives