Occupational Therapist

Avir at Rose Trail in Tyler, TX has an amazing opportunity for a  Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)  to join their new In-House Therapy Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Plan treatment to residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing

•    Assure all treatment is delivered in accordance with an established plan of care

•    Provide clinical support and instruct patients, families, and caregivers

•    Monitor patient response to treatment intervention

•    Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations

•    Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition.

•    Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.

•    Developing treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.

•    Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.

•    Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.

•    Advising patients on exercise techniques.

•    Advising patients and their families about in-home treatment options.

•    Providing educational information about injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote physical health.

•    Consulting and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

•    Documenting patient care history.

•    Complying with rules, regulations, and procedures.

Career Advantages:

•    In-house opportunity

•    Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care

•   Clinical expertise & training available

•    Electronic documentation system

•    Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff

•    Flexible Schedule