Occupational Therapist - $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $25K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Student loan repayment

401(k) with match

Licensure reimbursement

Work-life balance

Great team

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist for an acute/inpatient and/or outpatient setting in a full-time role.

The OT will evaluate patients, plan and administer therapeutic interventions, and document progress to enhance daily living and work activities as prescribed by a referring physician. The role involves establishing patient-centered goals, regularly reassessing progress, mentoring students, and ensuring accurate billing documentation.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of clinical OT experience.
• Experience in hospital or rehab facility preferred.
• OT-Registered/State license required

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and document findings.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide safe, effective therapy including exercises and adaptive training, with proper documentation.
• Regularly reassess progress and update treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehab staff for coordinated care.
• Mentor and orient new staff and OT students.
• Ensure accurate billing documentation reflecting services provided.

Skills

OT principles

EMR documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Mentoring staff

Time management

Privacy compliance

Job description

Occupational Therapist

• Full Time
• Acute/Inpatient and/or OP Setting

Benefits

• $25K Sign On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Pet, Accident, and Vision Insurance
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Great Team
• 401(k) with Match
• Average 10 patients per day
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• 100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
• Work-life Balance

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.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• 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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