Occupational Therapist
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Description
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Location: Cedar Park, Texas
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Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center
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Department: Pediatrics
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Schedule: Full-time
- Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
- Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
- Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
- Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.
- Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Drivers License.
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree OR Doctorate preferred.
- None required.