Occupational Therapist - $25,000 Sign-On Bonus

CHS Career Site; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$25K Sign On Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision & Other Ins.

Student Loan Repayment

401(k) with Match

Average 10 patients per day

Licensure/Certification Reimbursement

Work-life Balance

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a full-time position in an acute inpatient setting. The role involves evaluating patients, planning and administering therapeutic interventions, and documenting progress in accordance with physician prescriptions and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of OT experience, hospital or rehab exposure, and current OT-Registered credentials with BCLS. A collaborative care environment with mentoring opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of clinical OT experience required.
• Experience in hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.
• Licensure: OT-R (Registered) and BCLS required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and document patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide therapy interventions and education; document sessions.
• Regularly reassess progress and adjust plans.
• Collaborate with care team to optimize outcomes.
• Mentor students and new staff; ensure compliance and safety.
• Ensure accurate billing documentation.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Evaluation & planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

Documentation & billing

Education

OT - Registered

BCLS

Tools

EMR

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.