Occupational Therapist

Jobot; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team culture

Room to grow

Purpose-driven work

Ethics + professionalism

Stability

Job summary

Jobot is hiring an Occupational Therapist to join a therapy team focused on function, dignity, and real-life outcomes in the Southwest. This permanent, full-time role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, comprehensive treatment planning, and patient education to improve daily living activities.

You will educate patients and caregivers, prioritize safety, and participate in plan of care development with a strong HIPAA-compliant environment. Contact Bri Dodson for details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• A current and valid license to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the healthcare industry.
• Proficiency in treatment planning, plan of care development, and therapeutic activities.
• Demonstrated experience with patient and caregiver education, safety awareness, and fall risk reduction.
• Familiarity with discharge planning and durable medical equipment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of healthcare professionals.
• A strong understanding and adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance guidelines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A compassionate and patient-centric approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Creating and implementing detailed plans of care, including therapeutic activities and functional task training.
• Providing education and support to patients and caregivers to enhance understanding and participation in the treatment process.
• Prioritizing safety awareness and fall risk reduction in all therapeutic activities.
• Conducting discharge planning and recommending appropriate durable medical equipment to support patient needs post-discharge.
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide holistic care to patients.
• Ensuring all patient information is handled with utmost confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA compliance guidelines.
• Continually assessing and revising treatment plans as necessary, based on patient progress and feedback.

Skills

Treatment planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

One of the best-kept secrets for quality of life in the Southwest

Job details: This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bri Dodson

Salary: $33.61 - $50.41 per hour

We’re a therapy team that’s big on function, dignity, and real-life outcomes. Our clinicians partner closely with an interdisciplinary care team to help individuals strengthen independence and build skills that translate to everyday living. You’ll find a supportive environment where communication is clear, patient safety is the standard, and progress is measured in meaningful wins, not just checkboxes. Our approach is grounded in occupation-based practice and client-centered care.

Why join us?

• Supportive team culture: Collaboration is real here, you’ll never feel like you’re practicing on an island.
• Room to grow: Whether you’re a newer grad or experienced, we value mentoring, feedback, and leveling up your clinical toolbox.
• Purpose-driven work: Your interventions connect directly to participation in daily life, ADLs, routines, and the activities that matter most to patients.
• Ethics + professionalism: We hold ourselves to high standards of confidentiality, respectful communication, and responsible documentation.
• Stability: Full-time opportunity with consistent caseload expectations and a focus on quality care.

Job Details

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic healthcare team. This is a permanent position, providing you the opportunity to utilize and refine your skills in treatment planning, plan of care development, and therapeutic activities. You will be responsible for providing top-tier care to our patients, educating both them and their caregivers, and ensuring their safety and comfort. This role requires a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Creating and implementing detailed plans of care, including therapeutic activities and functional task training.
• Providing education and support to patients and caregivers to enhance understanding and participation in the treatment process.
• Prioritizing safety awareness and fall risk reduction in all therapeutic activities.
• Conducting discharge planning and recommending appropriate durable medical equipment to support patient needs post-discharge.
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide holistic care to patients.
• Ensuring all patient information is handled with utmost confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA compliance guidelines.
• Continually assessing and revising treatment plans as necessary, based on patient progress and feedback.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• A current and valid license to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the healthcare industry.
• Proficiency in treatment planning, plan of care development, and therapeutic activities.
• Demonstrated experience with patient and caregiver education, safety awareness, and fall risk reduction.
• Familiarity with discharge planning and durable medical equipment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of healthcare professionals.
• A strong understanding and adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance guidelines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A compassionate and patient-centric approach to care.

If you have a passion for helping others and a commitment to excellence in your field, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

For more information about this position, feel free to contact me directly.

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503-563-1383

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