Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Dallas, TX

Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques; assist with new staff orientation. Complete all required documentation, including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation, within defined timeframes and per department policy.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Location

Texas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Monday–Friday | Expected 40 hours/week | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, administer, direct, and supervise occupational therapy treatment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines
• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient/family goals
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, and collaborate with other team members to provide optimal patient care
• Manage discharge planning for each patient, including placement coordination, patient/family education, and adaptive equipment recommendations and training
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques; assist with new staff orientation
• Complete all required documentation, including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation, within defined timeframes and per department policy

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure in the state of Texas or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Knowledge of and adherence to federal, state, and local occupational therapy standards and regulations
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans
• Demonstrated ability to supervise COTAs, students, and support staff competently
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete required records accurately and within established timeframes

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in an acute rehabilitation or similar clinical setting
• Familiarity with safe patient handling techniques and workplace safety protocols
• Experience with interdisciplinary team collaboration and family/caregiver education

Why Join Us

• Work within a structured, team-oriented environment that prioritizes patient safety, quality of care, and continuous quality improvement
• Opportunity to take on a supervisory and mentorship role while contributing to meaningful patient outcomes