Occupational Therapist Outpatient

Ernest Health•Las Cruces, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist Outpatient - Full-Time - Las Cruces, New Mexico. Part Time and Per Diem options available. Student Loan Contribution Payment Program available! Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care! Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico Our hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 15 years and has earned The Joint Commission’s Brain Injury, Stroke and Spinal Cord Certification. At our 40-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving the communities of Southern New Mexico. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions. Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Requirements

Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.
Current State Occupational Therapist License.
Current CPR
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
Basic Life Support/CPR card required
Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments.
These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling.
May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Benefits

Student Loan Contribution Payment Program
PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
Flexible and Health Saving account options available
Dental and Vision coverage
401K with employer matching
Life insurance
Short-and-long term disability
Competitive compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.
Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
Therapy Preceptor bonus program
Continuing education opportunities