Occupational Therapist Full-Time

Addus HomeCare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Employee discounts

Merit increases

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our growing home health team. You will provide therapy services per physician plans, develop treatment goals, and support patients in regaining independence.

The role requires a state-accredited OT program graduate, OT registration, and CPR certification, with two years of clinical OT experience preferred. Travel to patients’ homes may be required, with comprehensive benefits and supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Accredited occupational therapy curriculum per state standards
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Two years of clinical OT experience (preferred)
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license with insurance
• CPR certification current

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services per physician's plan of care
• Develop treatment programs and goals for improved function; communicate plan to physician and team
• Teach or retrain patients in daily activities and adaptive equipment use
• Fabricate splints and train patients in prosthetic/orthotic devices if needed
• Maintain clinical records and report changes to physician per policy
• Coordinate care with other team members for efficient service

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Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Occupational Therapist to come join our rapidly growing team in Albuquerque, NM.

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm

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 accredit�ed 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.