Occupational Therapist Ii

Pay: $38.08 to $49.50/hour
Location: Houston, TX 77026
Job Reference #: 172997
Job Status: Full-Time

• Day 1 Benefits – Available the first day of hire
• $10k student loan repayment
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement – Available after 6 months of employment

Harris Health System is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist II to provide comprehensive patient evaluations and interventions in inpatient settings, including acute care, mental health units, PM&R Inpatient Programs, and skilled nursing facilities. The Occupational Therapist II will also participate in clinical education, performance improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary case management, ensuring the highest level of patient care.

This role requires expertise in occupational therapy techniques, patient rehabilitation, and adaptive treatment planning while ensuring adherence to regulations, policies, and best practices. The Occupational Therapist II will also mentor assistant and support personnel and contribute to program development initiatives.

Harris Health is a nationally recognized health system comprising three teaching hospitals and an extensive network of ambulatory care centers serving the people of Harris County, Texas, since 1966. Staffed by faculty, fellows, and residents from two nationally ranked medical schools, Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), Harris Health is the first healthcare system in Houston to receive the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) designation for its network of patient-centered medical homes.

Each year, Harris Health provides more than 1.8 million total outpatient visits through its over 40 ambulatory care facilities. Additionally, Harris Health sees more than 177,000 emergency visits at its Level 1 and Level 3 trauma centers and 35,000 hospital admissions through its three hospitals: Ben Taub, LBJ, and Quentin Mease.

• Perform patient evaluations and administer interventions in acute care, mental health units, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing settings.
• Serve as clinical supervisor to assistant and support personnel.
• Ensure compliance with practice acts, regulations, and hospital policies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case management meetings and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery.
• Assist in departmental performance improvement and program development.
• Demonstrate strong competency in occupational therapy equipment and patient rehabilitation techniques.
• Provide exceptional customer service and patient-centered care.

Education & Licensure:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy
• Current Texas Occupational Therapy License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – American Heart Association (AHA) approved

Work Experience:

• Two (2) years of Occupational Therapy experience OR
• One (1) year of OT experience with two (2) years as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) (for candidates who completed a COTA-to-OT bridge program)

Preferred Experience:

• Acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
• Above average verbal communication – Heavy public contact
• Proficiency in medical terminology, research, and computer skills (MS Word, PC, CRT, Analytics)
• Bilingual (Spanish, Vietnamese) preferred but not required
• Specialty certification preferred

Work Schedule:

• Flexible – May include weekends or varying shifts as needed

Join Harris Health System and help patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life as an Occupational Therapist II. Apply now and become part of a compassionate team dedicated to exceptional patient care.