Occupational Therapist
Company: Ardent
Location: Amarillo
Posted on: July 1, 2025
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Job Description:
You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. You
may also be eligible for relocation assistance. Join our team as a
day shift, full-time, Acute Care Occupational Therapist (OT) in
Amarillo, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and
Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career
growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that
support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off,
comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture
where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use
advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team: BSA Hospital is located in Amarillo’s
medical district just north of Interstate 40 and houses 445
licensed beds. This award-winning hospital has been serving the
Amarillo area for over 120 years and continues to be Amarillo’s
preferred healthcare provider. Responsibilities The Occupational
Therapist will assess, plan, and provide rehabilitative and
therapeutic services to patients of all ages, focusing on helping
individuals achieve greater independence in daily living and work
activities, enhancing their overall quality of life. Evaluate
patients physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities using
standardized assessments and clinical observation. Identify
barriers to performing activities of daily living (ADLs) and
establish goals for therapy. Develop and implement individualized
treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals.
Utilize therapeutic techniques, exercises, and interventions to
enhance patients’ functional abilities. Recommend and train
patients in the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Educate patients and their families on therapeutic strategies to
improve function and maintain progress at home. Provide guidance on
adapting home and work environments to meet the patient’s needs.
Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including
assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Communicate
progress and recommendations to physicians, case managers, and
other healthcare professionals. Work collaboratively with an
interdisciplinary team, including physical therapists, speech
therapists, educators, and healthcare providers. Participate in
case conferences and team meetings to coordinate patient care.
Ensure all services comply with professional standards, state and
federal regulations, and ethical guidelines. Maintain a safe and
clean therapy environment for patients and staff. Qualifications
Job Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational
Therapy from an accredited program. Certification by the National
Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). State
licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapist. Basic Life
Support through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Preferred Job Requirements Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
Experience in acute care rehabilitation. Proficiency in electronic
medical record (EMR) systems. Familiarity with evidence-based
therapy practices. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of
disability or any other federal, state or local protected class
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