Home Health Occupational Therapist

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Provides in-home therapy to help patients regain independence in daily activities. Assesses needs, creates treatment plans, and delivers personalized care. Collaborates with healthcare teams and ensures progress is documented. Requires licensure, clinical skills, and reliable transportation.
 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Experience And Educationrequired

• Educationundergrad Degree

• Experience1 year One to two (1-2) years of experience in occupational therapy and 
• Licenses and Certifications(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire and(DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Valid Texas Driver's License, proof of driver's insurance Upon Hire andCurrent licensure as Occupational Therapist Upon Hire 

Preferred

• ExperienceOccupational Therapy services to homebound patients 

Job Duties

• Designs occupational therapy programs and sets goals for each patient.
• Administers occupational therapy care programs or portions of programs.
• Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
• Evaluates, records, and reports on patient's progress for review by members of care team.
• Maintains patient records and charts to ensure accurate record of treatment.
• Identifies patient's occupational therapy needs to achieve long and short-term goals to meet needs.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.