Occupational Therapist - OT
US-TX-Fort Worth
CCC
Req #: 363811
Type: Per Diem
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Overview: Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Fort Worth, TX Occupational Therapist (OT) Day Neuro PRN PRN Rate:$60/hr Weekend PRN rate: $66/hr We strive to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors. Responsibilities: We are seeking a PRN Occupational therapist to join our growing multi-disciplinary team in the Day Neuro setting. The position is PRN Monday-Friday during clinic hours 830-4 at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Fort Worth. The candidate will collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to treat patients with neurological injuries that include stroke, brain injury, SCI, and other neurological injuries. We are seeking a candidate with strong neurological rehab skills who works well in a team setting and can provide consistent availability and coverage. We are open to new graduates with inpatient and/or neuro rehab clinical experience. Specific Duties 1. Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs. 2. Provides ongoing evaluation of the patient's status and goals, modifying the treatment program to ensure timely progression. 3. Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize outcomes and support return to community activities. 4. Coordinates the treatment program with other clinical/therapeutic services and available community resources; attends appropriate clinical meetings to support coordination. 5. Provides patient education, including developing comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction for the patient, family, and caregivers to ensure a safe and effective discharge. 6. Prepares for patient discharge, including ordering necessary equipment and recommending therapeutic services to support continuity of care. 7. Evaluates patients in actual or simulated home, school, work, or community environments as needed, making recommendations for adaptations or training that support returning to community activities. 8. Identifies and manages various levels of care required to ensure effective delivery of the care plan; delegates and supervises COTAs and support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and service utilization. Qualifications: * Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Occupational Therapist required. * Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required. #BSWIR- Inpatient
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