Job Title: OccupationalTherapist
Location:HoustonTX
Contract Length:13 Weeks
Weeklytakehome: $1800 $2000 perweek
Shift: DAY8 AM 4PM
KeyResponsibilities:
* Conductassessments to identify a patients strengths andlimitations
* Devise individualized treatmentplans based on assessment findings
* Provideoccupational therapy interventions to improve patientoutcomes
* Educate patients and their families onuse of adaptive equipment andtechniques
* Collaborate with healthcareprofessionals to ensure comprehensive patientcare
* Monitor and assess patient progress makingadjustments to treatment plans asneeded
* Document patient evaluations progressand discharge summaries
* Use evidencebasedpractices to guide treatment decisions
* Advocatefor patients and empower them to maximize theirpotential
* Stay current with emerging trends andbest practices in occupationaltherapy
* Participate in team meetings andinterdisciplinary discussions
* Provide supportand guidance to occupational therapy assistants and supportstaff
* Maintain a safe and therapeuticenvironment for patients
* Participate incommunity outreach and educationinitiatives
* Adhere to ethical and professionalstandards in allinteractions
RequiredQualifications:
* Bachelorsor Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from an accreditedprogram
* Licensure or certification as anOccupational Therapist in the state ofpractice
* Demonstrated clinical experience inoccupational therapy settings
* Strongunderstanding of human anatomy physiology andkinesiology
* Ability to perform comprehensivepatient evaluations and develop appropriate treatmentplans
* Proficiency in using assessment tools andtherapeutic techniques
* Excellent communicationand interpersonal skills
* Empathy and apatientcentered approach to care
* Ability toadapt and be resourceful in challengingsituations
* Strong teamwork and collaborationskills
* Proficient in documentation andrecordkeeping
* Commitment to ongoingprofessional development and learning
* Knowledgeof ethical and legal standards for occupational therapypractice
* Ability to prioritize and manage timeeffectively
* Understanding of culturalcompetence and diversity inhealthcare
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