Occupational Therapist at Lifepoint Health

Arlington, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Patient Care, Assessment, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Communication, Pain Management, Quality Improvement, Rehabilitation, Patient Safety, Supervision, CPR, BLS

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Schedule: Full Time Your experience matters Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health, Texas Health Resources and Methodist Hospital System. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team This is a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the Arlington area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in Tarrant County need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply! How you’ll contribute An Occupational Therapist (OT) who excels in this role: Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so. Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short- and long-term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services. Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Other duties as assigned Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. $5000.00 Sign-on Bonus! What we’re looking for Applicants should have a current licensure as a Occupational Therapist (OT) in the state where the hospital is located. Additional requirements include: Previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred, but not required. Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred. Current CPR/BLS certification More about Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is a 40-private bed, state-of-the-art inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital, offering exceptional care to the Arlington, TX community. We strive to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury. EEOC Statement “Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing patients' needs and initiating appropriate interventions while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team. They also evaluate treatment effectiveness and recommend changes to the physician as needed.