Occupational Therapist

Sterling County Nursing Home, located at 309 5th St, Sterling City, TX 76951, provides short- and long-term nursing and rehabilitation services to the senior population in our community and surrounding areas. We are fully committed to providing a true family, home-like setting for both residents and employees, fostering a positive work environment with a low staff turnover rate. Our in-house therapy department offers flexibility for therapists and assistants.

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist, you will develop and implement occupational therapy plans of care for facility residents and short-term patients. You will supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, assist with patient screenings, and communicate progress and barriers with the interdisciplinary team. You will also ensure timely and compliant documentation, maintain a safe treatment environment, and provide training to patients, families, and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Occupational Therapy plan of care for facility residents and short-term patients.
• Provide supervision for Occupational Therapy Assistants in delivering OT plans of care.
• Assist with patient screenings to determine the need for Occupational Therapy.
• Communicate progress and barriers toward OT goals with interdisciplinary team members.
• Complete timely OT documentation in compliance with regulatory, licensing, and payor requirements.
• Maintain rehab gym equipment and treatment areas safely, using proper infection prevention methods.
• Provide and document patient, family, and caregiver training regarding each OT patient’s specific plan of care and follow-up recommendations.

Requirements

• Current Texas licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Ability to reliably commute or relocate to Sterling City, TX 76951 before starting work (required).

Benefits

• 250% matching for retirement (fully vested in 8 years for full-time employees).
• 75% of health insurance premiums paid for full-time employees.
• Daily gas reimbursement available.
• Continuing education credits.
• Dental insurance.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• License reimbursement.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development assistance.
• Vision insurance.

Schedule

• Choose your own hours.
• Holidays.
• Monday to Friday.
• Weekend availability.

Work Setting

• Long-term care.
• Nursing home.
• Outpatient.

Job Types: Part-time or PRN.