This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Occupational Therapist AssistantREQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:Associates degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Licensed or eligible for license in the State of Texas. 0-3 years related experience.JOB SUMMARY:Provides occupational therapy services under the guidelines set by the Practice Act of the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Advisors. Serves as a patient advocate assuring the delivery of occupational therapy meets legal, ethical and institutional standards while adhering to the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the department and the organization.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:The Occupational Therapist Assistant provides treatment to patients relative to age, culture and condition in assigned clinical area.Documents patient treatment and progress, appropriately in the medical record. Documentation must meet peer review requirements.Communicates pertinent patient information with the supervising occupational therapist, patient, family members, physicians, team members, and other disciplines.Participates in rounds, clinics, and case conferences as assigned.Meets required competencies for assigned areas.Delegates duties and monitor service delivery appropriately to Rehabilitation AidesSupervises occupational therapy assistant students as requested. One year experience preferred.Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.Equal Employment OpportunityUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Worksite address
galveston, TX, 77550, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.