Occupational Therapist - FT

Progressive Rehab Solutions•Allen, TX

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized occupational therapy programs for patients in a long-term care or related setting. The role focuses on improving patients’ ability to perform activities of daily living, enhancing functional independence, and promoting overall quality of life. The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients’ physical, cognitive, and functional abilities using standardized assessments and clinical judgment, then develops individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, physician orders, and regulatory requirements. The therapist sets measurable goals and modifies treatment plans as patients progress. Interventions may include training in activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living, adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques, and the fitting and use of orthotics and splints. The therapist also educates patients and caregivers on therapy techniques, safety, and home programs. The role requires accurate and timely clinical documentation, compliance with applicable regulations and company guidelines, monitoring patient outcomes, and adjusting interventions to support results. The Occupational Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, communicates with physicians, nursing staff, and families, participates in care planning, and may supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and support staff. The position also involves maintaining licensure and clinical competencies, participating in continuing education, and supporting evidence-based practice and quality improvement. The position is based in a long-term care or clinical setting and may require travel to locations where patients receive care, including long-term care facilities, short-term care settings, and private homes. Work takes place indoors, with possible travel between patient areas or facilities and varying environmental conditions while traveling. Physical activities include assisting with patient mobility and positioning, standing and walking throughout the workday, occasional bending and reaching, and demonstrating or assisting with therapeutic activities.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Time management and organizational skills.
Problem-solving skills and adaptability.
Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to assist patients with mobility and positioning using appropriate techniques and assistive devices.
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the workday.
Ability to bend, reach, position patients, and demonstrate or assist with therapeutic activities as needed.
Ability to use proper body mechanics in accordance with safety standards.
Ability to travel to patient locations, including long-term care, short-term care, and private homes, and access buildings and patient spaces.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ physical, cognitive, and functional abilities using standardized assessments and clinical judgment.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, physician orders, and regulatory requirements.
Establish measurable goals and modify treatment plans based on patient progress.
Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients’ ability to perform activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
Train patients in adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques.
Fabricate and fit orthotics and splints, and train patients in their use as appropriate.
Educate patients and caregivers on therapy techniques, safety, and home programs.
Complete required clinical documentation accurately and on time, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, payer, Medicare, regulatory, and company guidelines.
Monitor patient outcomes and adjust interventions to support optimal results.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
Supervise and direct Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and support staff as applicable.
Communicate patient progress to physicians, nursing staff, and families.
Participate in care planning meetings and team conferences.
Maintain current licensure and clinical competencies.
Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.
Support evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.