OT - Occupational Therapist

52101 - CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking an Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation (Day Shift) for a 13-week contract in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care programs to help disabled patients relearn daily living activities through occupational therapy.

Key duties include developing treatment plans, coordinating therapy with other activities, maintaining records, and delivering targeted therapy to improve functioning. BLS and NM licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in New Mexico.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
• Experience performing related responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide services based on criteria for the population served.
• Plan, organize, and participate in occupational therapy programs.
• Assist clients in activities to increase strength and dexterity.
• Develop adaptive equipment to enhance communication and independence.
• Coordinate therapy with other treatments and goals.
• Prepare and maintain patient progress records.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for an Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation (Day Shift) in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

Location

Alamogordo, NM

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

5 Days, 8 Hours Per Day, 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Job Description

As an Occupational Therapist in this role, you will plan, implement, and evaluate patient care programs aimed at assisting disabled patients in regaining physical and social stability while relearning daily living activities through selected occupational therapy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide services based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other related criteria appropriate to the population in your assigned area.
• Maintain required core competencies and comply with set Policies and Procedures.
• Plan, organize, and participate in medically oriented occupational therapy programs including evaluating abilities and limitations.
• Assist clients in performing various activities and use physical exercises to increase strength and dexterity.
• Utilize activities to improve patients' visual acuity and the ability to discern patterns.
• Design or make special equipment needed at home or work.
• Develop computer-aided adaptive equipment and teach clients how to use it to enhance communication and control their environment.
• Observe and evaluate patient progress, design treatment plans, and recommend programs suited to individual potential and rehabilitative needs.
• Coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities according to patient needs and treatment goals and objectives.
• Participate in patient care conferences and educational programs aimed at improving patient care and staff performance.
• Prepare and maintain records and files indicating patient progress and care plans as required by policies.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience performing related responsibilities as assigned.

Certifications/Licensure

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in New Mexico.
• Current American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) card.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements - we've built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.