Outpatient Occupational Therapist: FCE & Return-to-Work

Spine Solutions, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly performance bonus

Profit-sharing opportunities

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

No weekends

Flexible scheduling

Paid, hands-on training and mentorship

Simple IRA with 4% employer matching

Job summary

Spine Solutions, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient rehabilitation team. You will conduct Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) and provide evidence-based therapy to patients recovering from work-related injuries and orthopedic conditions.

The role emphasizes safe return-to-work, individual treatment planning, and collaboration with a busy orthopedic rehab team. Spanish-speaking is a plus; travel between Albuquerque and Santa Fe is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current New Mexico Occupational Therapist License.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive Functional Capacity Evaluations to assess physical abilities, work tolerance, and functional limitations.
• Analyze job demands and compare findings to patient capabilities.
• Prepare detailed, objective, and timely evaluation reports.
• Provide recommendations regarding return-to-work status, work restrictions, and accommodations.
• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and functional goals.
• Deliver skilled interventions to improve strength, endurance, mobility, coordination, and functional performance.
• Educate patients on injury prevention, ergonomics, body mechanics, and return-to-work strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.

Skills

Spanish bilingual

EMR proficiency

Travel readiness

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Documentation

Education

Current New Mexico Occupational Therapist License

Job description

Spine Solutions, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient rehabilitation team. You will conduct Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) and provide evidence-based therapy to patients recovering from work-related injuries and orthopedic conditions.

The role emphasizes safe return-to-work, individual treatment planning, and collaboration with a busy orthopedic rehab team. Spanish-speaking is a plus; travel between Albuquerque and Santa Fe is required.