The Hospitals of Providence – East Campus in El Paso, Texas is recruiting a licensed Occupational Therapist for a per diem, day-shift position at a multi-campus health system that has served the El Paso community since 1902. This role offers hands-on, interdisciplinary patient care across a full spectrum of occupational therapy needs — from initial evaluation through goal-directed treatment and discharge planning. Per diem flexibility makes this an attractive fit for experienced OTs seeking supplemental clinical engagement within a well-established regional hospital network.
Perks and Benefits
- Per diem employment with day-shift scheduling
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Per diem, day-shift schedule providing flexibility for experienced clinicians
- Functions as an active interdisciplinary team member alongside physicians, nursing, and allied health staff
- Conducts comprehensive patient assessment and re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care plan development and implementation
- Responds to physician orders for occupational therapy; administers and interprets standardized tests and measurements
- Develops functional goals in collaboration with patients and families, targeting activities of daily living, productive activities, and work-related skills
- Reviews patient charts and progress prior to each treatment session; modifies treatment plans based on clinical findings
- Part of a five-hospital regional system, including a dedicated children's hospital, serving El Paso and the surrounding region
- Institution with over 120 years of continuous community service and a strong regional reputation for family-centered care
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Occupational Therapy (required)
- Active Texas state OT licensure (required)
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
- Minimum two years of experience as a practicing OT in a healthcare setting (preferred)
- Comfort with the full scope of OT practice including evaluation, goal-setting, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration
About the Community
El Paso sits at the westernmost tip of Texas, nestled between the Franklin Mountains and the Rio Grande — a city of nearly 700,000 that offers a low cost of living, abundant sunshine, and a rich bicultural heritage. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking and mountain biking in Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest urban wilderness park in the United States, while the city's vibrant food scene, arts district, and proximity to New Mexico and Juárez, Mexico add cultural depth. El Paso's strong sense of community, affordable housing, and highly regarded public and private schools make it a compelling destination for clinicians seeking quality of life alongside meaningful clinical work.