Occupational Therapist - Katy TX

Talent by Friendly Faces Workforce Solutions, LLC is recruiting on behalf of a home health client. PRN, contract, full-time, and part-time opportunities may be available.

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Houston area. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to patients experiencing physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that impact their ability to perform daily activities. This position offers flexibility with full-time, part-time, permanent, and temporary options available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients' functional abilities, limitations, and needs through comprehensive assessments.

• Develop individualized treatment plans designed to improve patients' independence and quality of life.

• Implement therapeutic interventions focused on activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), cognitive skills, upper extremity function, and adaptive techniques.

• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, safety strategies, and techniques to maximize independence.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate effectively with physicians, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.

• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to remain current with best practices in occupational therapy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Texas (must be obtained prior to employment).

• Previous home health experience preferred but not required; new graduates are welcome to apply.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish rapport with patients and families.

Skills:

• Knowledge of rehabilitation principles related to activities of daily living, cognitive function, and adaptive equipment.

• Experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care with a commitment to improving patient outcomes.