Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Evaluations & Supervision only

Strive Health Services, LLC is excited to announce that we are hiring Occupational Therapists (OT) for the South Houston ( Pearland) and surrounding areas! This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the community. Imagine being part of a warm, locally owned homecare agency where you're not just a therapist, but a valued member of our team. Full-time and part-part time positions available. A differential of $130 per evaluation is available for evaluations completed for assistants. At Strive, our focus is on excellent care that incorporates Speech and Language Pathology, Occupational and Physical Therapies as well as Private Duty Nursing. We do this by providing personalized care to our pediatric patients. What sets us apart is our dedication to YOU. We prioritize creating an uplifting work environment that also offers flexibility in scheduling and ample support from our clinical and office staff. Strive is committed to helping you thrive. Join us and discover the rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our community members, one patient at a time. We can't wait to welcome you to the Strive Team!

JOB DUTIES

Conduct initial and periodic assessments of home health pediatric patients to evaluate rehabilitative and functional status. Re-evaluate the patient's need for occupational therapy and assess the outcomes of care on a regular basis, adjusting the plan of care as necessary. Develop and revise the plan of care based on evaluation results to ensure quality and continuity of care for the patient. Identify occupational deficits such as challenges with strength, fine motor coordination, sensory dysfunction, motor planning, self-care (including feeding), and recommend potential interventions. Evaluate the home environment to determine whether modifications or recommendations are needed to enhance the patient's functional ability. Assess the need for durable medical equipment (DME) and other assistive devices, providing recommendations as appropriate. Follow infection control procedures in accordance with OSHA guidelines to ensure the safety of both staff and patients. Coordinate services and inform the physician and other healthcare team members of any changes in the patient's condition or needs. Supervise, guide, and provide clinical direction to other occupational therapy personnel as required or requested, ensuring quality care and adherence to professional standards. Participate in professional development by engaging in in-service programs and continuing education to maintain or improve clinical competency. Occupational Therapist provides effective communication to patients/clients, their family members, team members, and other health care professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, with Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree One year of experience as an Occupational Therapist in a pediatric clinical care setting preferred Pediatric Home health experience preferred Reliable transportation Current Texas State license as an Occupational Therapist Current Driver's License Additional Perks of working with us Fast turnover of referrals/authorization acquisition for treatment Tablet provided for electronic documentation. We look forward to discussing your future career as a part of the Strive Health Services family!

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

Up to $130.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Travel reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location:

In person