Occupational Therapist

Addus HomeCare; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discounts

Work/life balance

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare in Silver City, NM is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. You will provide OT services according to a physician's plan of care and state practice act, developing treatment goals to improve patient function.

Responsibilities include documenting care, coordinating with physicians and staff, teaching adaptive skills, and promoting patient independence while delivering high-quality home health services across Silver City and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by AMA/AOTA.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the AOTA.
• At least two years of clinical OT experience (preferred).
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver’s license, and automobile insurance.
• CPR certification currently maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services per physician’s plan of care and state Act.
• Develop treatment programs and goals to improve function; communicate plan to care team.
• Teach new skills or retrain patients in daily activities.
• Fabricate splints and instruct on adaptive equipment use.
• Train patient in prosthetic/orthotic device use as needed.
• Maintain clinical records and progress notes; report changes to physician.
• Coordinate with other care team members to ensure efficient care.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

OT degree (ACOTE)

OT licensure / MN licensure exam

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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
• 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.