Occupational Therapist

Opportunity:

OT - Therapy Rehab

Job Details:

• Work 8-hour day shifts
• Provide both inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy services
• 2 years acute care experience preferred for higher-acuity units (ICU, trauma, neuro)
• BLS/CPR certification required
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from ACOTE-accredited program required
• Must pass NBCOT exam to become an OTR
• New Mexico OT license required through NM Regulation & Licensing Department
• Continuing education required annually for license renewal
• Evaluate patients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities through observation and standardized assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve functional skills
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train patients in its use
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies for daily living
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and progress reports in EMR systems
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to ensure coordinated care
• Experience with ADLs and mobility training required
• Knowledge of hospital equipment such as lifts, splints, and adaptive devices required
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills essential