Occupational Therapist - Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Job description

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.
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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