Occupational Therapist

addus; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Merit increases

Work/life balance

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in Silver City, NM. You will deliver therapy per physician plans of care, develop treatment programs, and help patients regain independence. Responsibilities include teaching daily activities, fabricating splints, and coordinating care with the medical team.

The ideal candidate has an accredited OT curriculum, current license and CPR, plus 2+ years of clinical experience. Valid driver's license and insurance required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by relevant associations.
• Registered with the national licensing body for occupational therapy.
• At least two years of clinical experience (preferred).
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver's license and insurance.
• CPR certification current.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy services per physician plan of care.
• Develops treatment program and goals for improved function; communicates with physician and team.
• May teach skills or retrain patients in daily activities; may fabricate splints.
• May train patients in use of prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Maintains clinical records and reports changes to physician; ensures coordination of care.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Plan of care communication

Clinical documentation

Splint fabrication

Prosthetic/orthotic training

CPR certification

Education

Accredited occupational therapy curriculum

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in Silver City, NM!

Come join one of the largest home health care providers in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to become part of our rapidly growing team in Silver City, NM. If you're passionate about helping patients maintain their independence and improve their quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday
• 8am to 5pm
• Coverage area: Silver City and surrounding areas.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do:

• Provides occupation therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
• Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals as needed.
• May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with our policy.
• May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
• May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with our policy.
• Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• At least Two (2) years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist. (Preferred)
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance
• Complies and maintains current CPR certification.