Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation
Fort Worth, Texas
John Peter Smith Hospital

Job Opportunity: Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and implements Occupational Therapy plans of care to prevent illness and disability and restore function following injury or illness.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist patients in reaching maximum functional levels using techniques to improve physical health, prevocational skills, homemaking skills, activities of daily living, educational, recreational, and social activities.
• Address sensorimotor, cognitive, and psychosocial components.
• Design and construct splints and adaptive equipment as needed.
• Document patient care and charges.
• Provide leadership and direction for support staff and Occupational Therapy students.
• Participate in professional development and continuing education to maintain licensure compliance.
• Perform related tasks to ensure effective delivery of Occupational Therapy services.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• Current licensure by the Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care and services.
• Skilled in hospital and Radiology Information Systems.
• Professional attitude and role model behavior.
• Ability to concentrate amid distractions.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Maintain professional demeanor and promote good interpersonal relationships.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing, sitting, walking, reading, writing, talking, and computer use.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication via telephone and in person.
• Clear speaking ability to provide information and instructions.
• Visual acuity to read computer screens, forms, and printed materials.
• Manual dexterity for palpation, typing, writing, and handling objects.
• Flexibility and body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling, standing, reaching, lifting, and moving objects/equipment (approx. 25 lbs. or more with assistance).
• Ability to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations.

Work Environment

• Indoor work with variable schedules, including possible overtime and occasional weekend hours on short notice.
• Local travel to multiple sites may be required.
• Exposure to temperature changes, hazardous fumes, odors, and infectious diseases (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B, TB).
• Noisy environment with frequent interruptions.
• Duties may involve stressful pressures and deadlines.
• Uniform and accessory restrictions may apply.

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required.
• Background checks including education verification and criminal history.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start date.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start date.
• Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (TDAP required, exemptions considered).
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.
• Annual skills checklist and competency exams required.
• Two professional references verified within one year of start.
• Completion of Occupational Health Appointment and Orientation prior to start. Orientation typically held once per week on Tuesdays.
• Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required annually.
• COVID vaccination highly encouraged but not mandatory.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic inpatient rehabilitation setting, providing comprehensive occupational therapy services to diverse patient populations.