Occupational Therapist II
About The Position
Harris Health System is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist II to provide comprehensive patient evaluations and interventions in inpatient settings, including acute care, mental health units, PM&R Inpatient Programs, and skilled nursing facilities. The Occupational Therapist II will also participate in clinical education, performance improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary case management, ensuring the highest level of patient care. This role requires expertise in occupational therapy techniques, patient rehabilitation, and adaptive treatment planning while ensuring adherence to regulations, policies, and best practices. The Occupational Therapist II will also mentor assistant and support personnel and contribute to program development initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy
- Current Texas Occupational Therapy License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – American Heart Association (AHA) approved
- Two (2) years of Occupational Therapy experience OR One (1) year of OT experience with two (2) years as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) (for candidates who completed a COTA-to-OT bridge program)
- Above average verbal communication – Heavy public contact
- Proficiency in medical terminology, research, and computer skills (MS Word, PC, CRT, Analytics)
Nice To Haves
- Acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish, Vietnamese) preferred but not required
- Specialty certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform patient evaluations and administer interventions in acute care, mental health units, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing settings.
- Serve as clinical supervisor to assistant and support personnel.
- Ensure compliance with practice acts, regulations, and hospital policies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case management meetings and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery.
- Assist in departmental performance improvement and program development.
- Demonstrate strong competency in occupational therapy equipment and patient rehabilitation techniques.
- Provide exceptional customer service and patient-centered care.
Benefits
- Day 1 Benefits – Available the first day of hire
- $10k student loan repayment
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Subsidized parking
- Credit union
- Employee disaster relief
- Tuition Reimbursement – Available after 6 months of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
