Occupational Therapist - $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

Carlsbad Medical Center; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Student Loan Repayment Program

401(k) with Match

Great Team

Average 10 patients per day

Licensure/Certification Reimbursement

Work-life Balance

Job summary

Carlsbad Medical Center seeks an Occupational Therapist for a full-time, acute/inpatient role. You will evaluate and treat patients, develop OT plans, and collaborate with physicians and the rehab team to maximize functional outcomes.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive evaluations, creating measurable goals, mentoring students, and ensuring accurate documentation and billing. This position offers a $25K sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical OT experience.
• Experience in hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OT principles and evidence-based interventions.
• Proficiency in EMR documentation.
• Ability to mentor students and new staff.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and documents findings.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Delivers safe, effective therapy including exercises and education.
• Regularly reassesses progress and updates plans with the care team.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and rehab professionals for coordinated care.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and proper equipment use.
• Provides orientation and mentoring for new staff and students.
• Documents billing accurately reflecting services provided.

Skills

Clinical experience

Team collaboration

EMR documentation

Mentoring

Patient education

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Full Time

Acute/Inpatient 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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