Occupational Therapist

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our Inpatient Spinal Cord & Neuromuscular team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based treatment to patients with spinal cord injuries and neuromuscular disorders, focusing on improving function, independence, and quality of life. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and contribute to discharge planning. Memorial Hermann offers a collaborative, inclusive culture with strong support for professional development and career advancement in a leading Texas healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate inpatients with spinal cord and neuromuscular conditions to develop individualized treatment plans
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, ADLs, and functional independence
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, and speech therapists on coordinated patient care plans
• Educate patients and families on home programs, adaptive equipment, and safety techniques
• Document assessments, goals, and progress in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulations
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning to ensure safe transitions of care
• Supervise and mentor OT assistants or students as assigned
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and best-practice development within the rehab team

Required Skills

• Inpatient occupational therapy
• Spinal cord injury rehabilitation
• Neuromuscular rehabilitation
• Activities of daily living (ADL) training
• Functional mobility training
• Neurorehabilitation techniques
• Splinting and positioning
• Adaptive equipment assessment
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Interdisciplinary care coordination