Occupational Therapist

1w1 week ago

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Conroe LLC

Conroe, US · Full-time · $120,000 – $120,000

About this role

Exalt Health, an acute rehabilitation hospital, provides intensive rehabilitation programs for patients able to tolerate three hours of intense services daily. It focuses on complex needs such as stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, neurological disorders, orthopedic injuries, and multiple traumas. Occupational Therapists help patients regain independence and improve quality of life after illness, injury, or surgery.

Conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver therapeutic interventions addressing diverse patient needs. Educate patients and families on self-management techniques to support ongoing progress after discharge. Emphasize Activities of Daily Living, functional skills, and cognitive development.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other rehabilitation professionals to create comprehensive care plans. Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment serving patients with medically complex conditions. Recommend home modifications and assistive devices for safe transitions home.

Document patient progress and outcomes to measure treatment effectiveness. Stay up-to-date on the latest occupational therapy practices through continuing education. Foster patient-centered care promoting long-term functional improvements.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered license to practice professional Occupational Therapy in the state where practicing
Current BLS required via the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
2 years of Inpatient Rehabilitation experience (preferred)
Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

Responsibilities

Educate patients on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility
Support patient development of functional skills such as strengthening, coordination, balance, and endurance
Support patient development of cognitive skills including memory, attention, problem-solving, and reasoning
Develop pre-vocational or vocational skills for returning to work or retraining for a new career
Recommend appropriate home modifications or assistive devices to ensure safe transition home
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other rehab professionals to develop comprehensive care plans
Document patient progress and outcomes to measure treatment effectiveness
Educate patients and families on strategies to maintain improved function at home