Job details
job location : san marcos - san marcos, tx
salary range : undisclosed
description
therapy 2000, a home-based provider of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapy services, has an exciting opportunity for a pediatric occupational therapist to serve families in san marcos, texas and the surrounding areas. This prn,part-time or full-time position is based in our austin division .
in this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients, including those who are bilingual. While this adds a layer of complexity, it also enriches your experience and allows you to develop valuable skills in cross-cultural communication. We offer resources and support to help you navigate these interactions effectively. If you're eager to embrace this aspect of the role, you'll find it to be a rewarding and growth-oriented experience.
what you’ll do:
-perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, using standardized tests to determine patients’ needs for therapy.
-use your clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physicians’ orders.
-develop home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers.
-act as a vital member of your patients’ medical neighborhoods, collaborating and coordinating care between various providers and disciplines.
-complete a minimum number of patient visits on a weekly basis as required by the agency.
-meet deadlines for completion of patient chart updates, progress summaries, call logs, and all other paperwork as needed.
-meet with agency personnel as necessary to maintain understanding of expectations and standards related to delivering high-quality patient care.
-perform all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
-adhere to all rules, regulations, codes of ethics, guidelines and federal, state and local laws applicable to home-health pediatric occupational therapy.
qualifications
what you’ll need:
-a current/active license to practice occupational therapy in the state of texas.
-an innovative spirit complemented by a demonstrated history of reliability.
-flexibility to shift resources and priorities as necessary, based on the needs of the business.
-ability to use common workplace technology (laptop computer, phone, email, web browser).
bonus points for:
-3+ years as a pediatric occupational therapist
-experience in a home-health setting.
-experience or certifications in feeding therapy or other clinical specialties (high-risk infant, etc.)
-bilingual (english/spanish)
perks:
-paid time off for full-time and part-time employees.
-medical/dental/vision insurance for full-time and part-time employees.
-access to innovative, relevant continuing education opportunities delivered in person and on-demand.
-mileage reimbursement for travel between patient visits.
-company-issued laptop computer.
-company-sponsored 401k program. #j-18808-ljbffr