Occupational Therapist, Seating & Mobility Team - TIRR Outpatient at Kirby Glen
On-siteWest University Place, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence in occupational performance areas. Implement advanced occupational therapy treatments, monitor progress toward goals, and instruct patients and caregivers using appropriate motivational methods. Supervise assistants and support staff while serving as a clinical resource and mentor to staff, students, volunteers, and the community. Identify needs for new departmental programs, design revised initiatives, and lead departmental committees and taskforces. Assist with departmental planning, including strategic plans, budgets, and policy development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors or graduate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited university-based occupational therapy program
- Current License to practice Occupational Therapy by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
- Current Certification in Basic Life Support
- At least five (5) years of clinical experience or four (4) years of clinical experience, with the completion of an accredited residency or fellowship program
- The ability to lift up to 75-100 pounds and carry up to 30 pounds
- Fine hand dexterity
- Eye-hand coordination
- The ability to receive oral and written communication
- The ability to communicate verbally and in writing
- The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment
- The ability to recognize alphanumeric characters
- The ability to distinguish colors
- The ability to observe physical characteristics
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced Education
- Clinical certification
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