Occupational Therapist - OT

Select Medical • Dallas, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist (OT) for their Acute NICU unit. This role offers a PRN weekday rate of $60/hr and a weekend PRN rate of $66/hr. Applicants must have at least 1 year of full-time neonatal intensive care unit experience. Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) is a distinguished teaching hospital recognized nationally, offering diverse clinical specialties including Level 1 trauma, transplantation, Level III NICU, LVAD implantation, Stroke Center, and a dedicated cancer hospital. Therapists have the chance to rotate positions, expanding their skills across various diagnoses and developing specializations. BSWIR at BUMC embraces acute care's complexities and fast pace, supporting patient journeys from trauma to intensive care stays. They provide a robust professional support and development system, including New Graduate Programs, Advanced Practice Mentoring, Board Certification, and clinical instructor preparation.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of full-time neonatal intensive care unit experience.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients.
• Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.
• Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed