Occupational Therapist
Albuquerque, NM 
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Posted 30 days ago
Job Description
Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Occupational Therapist in Albuquerque, NM.

Fulfilling your purpose begins here:

People First, Always. Here's how we take care of our people:

  • Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.

Your team is bigger than your department:

  • Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital, with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology and oncology services.
  • We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.

Responsibilities

  • Perform occupational therapy assessment procedures utilizing techniques consistent with the patient's diagnosis. Develop individualized treatment plan based on evaluation findings.
  • Provide detailed and concise documentation of evaluation, treatment, interim reports, and discharge evaluations within departmental timelines. Provide all necessary documentation required for on-going patient care.

  • Participate in mentoring and training of clinical support staff, new professional staff, and students/volunteers in the aspects of patient care.

  • Participate in the development and implementation of departmental performance improvement.

  • Participate in the development and implementation of clinical program development.

  • Responsible for completing basic occupational therapy competencies in addition to departmental specific competencies.

  • Meet productivity expectations for level of care and FTE status.
  • Utilize support staff and resources as per general guidance of departmental guidelines.

  • Take ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.
  • Communicate and listen effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.

  • Cooperate and interact with supervisors, peers, other departments, and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to "service".


Qualifications

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
  • Current Licensure or licensure eligible in Occupational Therapy in State of NM
  • CPR

Preferred Job Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • One (1) year experience in job-related environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1 year
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