Outpatient Occupational Therapist Jobs

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

Provides leadership to professional and support staff for treatment and education of patients for the expedition of recovery, early discharge and return to independence.

Minimum Specifications

Education

Experience

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

Certification/Registration/Licensure

Required Tests for Placement

Skills or Special Abilities

Responsibilities

1. Evaluates patients thoroughly and defines deficits according to rehab principles. Plans, implements, and adapts treatments using various therapy techniques and devices as appropriate to restore, reinforce, and enhance patients’ performance. Provides education to patients and family members to facilitate participation and improvement.

2. Provides timely documentation on patient’s status and progress according to established guidelines. Maintains all necessary records and reports ensuring timely entry and accuracy of data.

3. Maintains a positive working relationship with other staff to ensure coordination and provision of quality patient care.

4. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of Parkland.

5. Consistently maintains knowledge of work process updates in a timely manner. Completes required training and ensures departmental requirements are met by the designated deadlines. Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development by attending seminars and workshops, reading professional journals, and maintaining current licensure as a therapist. Integrates knowledge gained into the clinical setting.

6. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the therapy area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable state/federal laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

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