Mountain View Regional

Occupational Therapist

Las Cruces

,

NM

Full Time

Occupational Therapist
  • Full Time
  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • 401(k) With Matching
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • 100% licensure/certification reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Essential Functions
  • Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
  • Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
  • Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
  • Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
  • Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
  • Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
  • Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
  • 1-3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
  • Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
  • Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
  • Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
  • Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
  • Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Licenses and Certifications
  • OT - Occupational Therapist - Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required
"This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer."

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