Occupational Therapist - Adult Congenital Heart Disease

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with a passion for working with Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) patients in a fast-paced, specialized clinical setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to adolescents through adulthood with complex cardiac conditions, supporting functional recovery, endurance, and long-term wellness.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments for ACHD patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards Develop and implement individualized, cardiac-focused treatment plans to optimize mobility, strength, and cardiopulmonary endurance Provide therapy services within outpatient clinics and specialty ACHD programs Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (cardiology, nursing, etc.)

to support continuity of care Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to less experienced staff within the specialty area Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record in alignment with organizational guidelines Act as a clinical instructor for at least one professional student annually Identify and communicate safety concerns, patient risks, and unusual clinical situations to leadership Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcomes tracking specific to cardiac rehabilitation and ACHD populations As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Qualifications

Degree in Occupational Therapy required OT certification from the state of Texas required BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred 2 years clinical experience OR 1-year accredited residency experience preferred ICU and acute care experience highly preferred VADs and ECMO experience preferred