Occupational Therapy Asst Sr. - Huntsville - Full-Time
About The Position
The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). JOB SUMMARY: Provides occupational therapy services under the guidelines set by the Practice Act of the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Advisors Serves as a patient advocate assuring the delivery of occupational therapy meets legal, ethical and institutional standards while adhering to the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the department and the organization.
Requirements
- Associates degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Five (5) years related experience.
- Licensed or eligible for license in the State of Texas.
Nice To Haves
- Meet CEU requirements.
- Travel may be necessary to cover for out-patient clinics.
Responsibilities
- Provide treatment to patients relative to age, culture and condition in assigned clinical area.
- Document patient treatment and progress, appropriately in the medical record. Documentation must meet peer review requirements.
- Communicate pertinent patient information with the supervising occupational therapist, patient, family members, physicians, team members, and other disciplines.
- Participate in rounds, clinics, and case conferences as assigned.
- Meet required competencies for assigned areas.
- Delegate duties and monitor service delivery appropriately to Rehabilitation Aides
- Supervise students as requested.
- Participate in training and mentoring of entry-level occupational therapy assistants
- Participate in and provide in-service/continuing education/research, teaching opportunities at department, state or national levels.
- Participate and assist with data gathering for quality assurance activities as requested.
- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
