Occupational Therapist - Fellowship
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Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas Downtown Hospital
Dallas, TX, US
Summary
The fellow will complete four 12-week clinical rotations at an inpatient rehabilitation facility and four 1-week observational rotations across the continuum of care. Additionally, the fellow will participate in a 3-credit hour course and receive mentorship to prepare for the AOTA Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation exam.
Job Description
Overview
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehablitation
Dallas, Texas
Occupational Therapist Fellowship
Applications open: Now
Fellowship Begins: April/May 2027
Seize the opportunity to join our highly trained and respected Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation team whose mentors provide training across the continuum of rehabilitative services to help improve the quality of life for people affected by physical disabilities or disorders.
Responsibilities
Fellowship Structure & Learning Experience
This 1-year fellowship enhances therapists’ skills in advanced-level practice and prepares them for the AOTA Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation (BCPR) exam.
Fellows will complete:
- Four 12-week rotations with clinical teams at our inpatient rehabilitation facility
- Four 1-week observational rotations across rehabilitation continuum of care.
- One 3 credit hours course from Texas Woman’s University’s School of Occupational Therapy (co-sponsor of the program)
Why Choose Our Fellowship?
- The Only AOTA Fellowship in TX for Physical Rehabilitation (1 of 9 nationally and the only one in the southern U.S.)
- Full-Time Salary & Benefits Package – Learn while you earn
- Reduced Productivity Expectations – More flexibility for schedule, didactic learning, and mentored sessions
- Free CEUs – Earn up to 45 CE hours within the fellowship year
- Mentorship from Experts – Over 70 years of combined experience among primary mentors
- AOTA Conference Cost Covered – $700 savings for non-member OTs (Fellows receive mentorship and support to submit proposals)
- Loan Repayment Assistance – Up to $300/month paid directly to your loan account
- Named among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report
- Hospital holds specialty certifications in CVA, Amputee, SCI, and TBI
- Career Growth – 80% of BSWIR residency/fellowship graduates have been hired within the system
- Flexibility Post-Fellowship – Move within a company spanning 46 states and D.C.
- DFW Metroplex Lifestyle – Affordable cost of living, no state income tax, and diverse social/cultural/recreational opportunities
Additional Benefits of Being a Therapist with Us
- Clinical advancement program for professional development
- Specialty training and certifications
- Advanced technology and equipment
- A network of over 50K employees nationwide with relocation and advancement opportunities
This is a rare opportunity to advance your career with mentorship, education and clinical experience at one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation hospitals.
APPLY NOW !!!
Qualifications
- Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program (required)
- Valid TX Occupational Therapy License (required)
- American Heart Association BLS CPR (required within 30 days of employment)
- Candidates with 1 to 3 years’ experience highly desirable, six months of prior OT experience strongly preferred; relevant fieldwork experience in in-patient rehabilitation may be considered
#BSWIR- Inpatient
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation is a partnership between Baylor Scott & White Health and Select Medical. Its expansive rehabilitation network is one of the largest in Texas with four rehabilitation hospitals (in Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco and Lakeway), one rehabilitation unit located in Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving and more than 100 outpatient clinics located throughout North and Central Texas. Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation promotes a patient-centric environment with employees who have a calling to help patients get back their independence after a debilitating injury. In addition, Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation’s Continuum of Care philosophy ensures quality care throughout the entire rehabilitation process. Perhaps that's one reason why U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek ranks Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation as one of "America's Best Hospitals."
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation is a partnership between Baylor Scott & White Health and Select Medical. Its expansive rehabilitation network is one of the largest in Texas with four rehabilitation hospitals (in Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco and Lakeway), one rehabilitation unit located in Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving and more than 100 outpatient clinics located throughout North and Central Texas. Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation promotes a patient-centric environment with employees who have a calling to help patients get back their independence after a debilitating injury. In addition, Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation’s Continuum of Care philosophy ensures quality care throughout the entire rehabilitation process. Perhaps that's one reason why U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek ranks Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation as one of "America's Best Hospitals."
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas