*8:00a-4:30p., full-time position. Assesses patients then develop and initiate treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation may include measurement of physical, cognitive, perceptual and/or developmental skill as they relate to maximizing level of independence in the occupational performance areas along the continuum of life. Provide direct patient care. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Assists Level III occupational therapists and director with program development. Serves as resource to staff OT's. Provides training and guidance to students and interns. Supervises assistants and rehabilitation technicians with regards to individual patient care. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. He/she must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor's or graduate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited university-based occupational therapy program.
2. Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners license.
3. At least 2 years of clinical experience required.
4. Demonstrates ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns.
5. Provides clinical leadership and demonstrates expertise for a particular patient type/group or enhances an existing clinical program for that particular patient type/group.
6. Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.
7. Designs and implements original staff development program which facilitates the clinical competencies of other staff members.
8. The position requires occasional to frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds prolonged standing frequent walking, stooping and squatting. Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary. The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.
9. Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating both Behaviors and Operating Principles in all internal and external customer interactions. Performs duties with accountability, competency, innovation, collaboration, compassion and respect to create the best possible outcomes with exceptional customer experiences.
Houston, TX
Houston, Texas
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