Occupational Therapist- Team Lead

Ernest Health•Lubbock, TX

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About The Position

Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist Team Lead in Lubbock, Texas. The hospital is an inpatient rehabilitation facility treating stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic trauma, and other complex medical conditions. It also provides specialized rehabilitation services for pediatric patients. The role evaluates and treats patients to support recovery of function and independence, and contributes to a collaborative, patient-focused care team. The position includes leadership responsibilities such as delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff. The hospital is part of Ernest Health and describes its employee programs as including recognition, wellness, retention, and opportunities for professional growth. Benefits include medical plan options, flexible and health savings accounts, dental and vision coverage, employer-matched 401(k), life insurance, short- and long-term disability, earned time off, an employee assistance program, wellness challenges, clinical career ladder and therapy preceptor bonus programs, and continuing education opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Current state Occupational Therapist license.
Current Basic Life Support/CPR card.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Competency in providing care according to established standards.
Ability to apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
Passion for patient care and ability to collaborate as a team player and motivate others.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience caring for patients in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and help improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities.
Teach patients to perform tasks in daily living and working environments to compensate for permanent loss of function.
Assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.
Delegate, organize, and educate coworkers and staff.