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About The Position

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• Current or eligible licensure through the New Mexico Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric occupational therapy experience.
• Early Intervention experience.
• Experience with sensory integration, feeding, adaptive equipment, and developmental interventions.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations using standardized assessment tools.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, developmental needs, and family priorities.
• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy services in home and community settings.
• Evaluate and treat children with developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, fine motor delays, self-care deficits, feeding concerns, and other functional limitations within scope of practice.
• Participate in interdisciplinary evaluations and obtain IDA certification as required by the program.
• Educate and coach families on therapeutic strategies, home programs, adaptive techniques, and carryover activities to support progress during daily routines.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and modify intervention plans as appropriate.
• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, discharge summaries, and required documentation accurately and within established timelines.
• Participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings, Transdisciplinary Team Consultation Meetings (TTCMs), periodic reviews, annual reviews, and transition planning.
• Serve as Team Lead for assigned children when identified on the IFSP.
• Collaborate with physicians, Family Service Coordinators, educators, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, licensing, HIPAA, and MECA policies and procedures.
• Maintain an assigned caseload averaging approximately 27 direct therapy hours per week (or part-time equivalent).
• Provide services in accordance with each child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Meet established productivity expectations while delivering high-quality, family-centered care.
• Complete treatment documentation at the time of service whenever possible and submit documentation daily.
• Complete progress reports and participate in six-month IFSP reviews and TTCMs.
• Complete FIT evaluation reports within three (3) business days unless prior approval has been obtained.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant medical records in accordance with HIPAA, payer, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and maintain documentation standards.
• Maintain an active New Mexico Occupational Therapy license and complete all continuing education requirements.
• Obtain IDA certification as required by the program.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings, clinical trainings, and continuing education activities.
• Provide education and consultation to families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice development.
• Experienced Occupational Therapists may have opportunities to supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), Occupational Therapy students during clinical rotations, and Interns and observers.
• Supervision responsibilities will be performed in accordance with the New Mexico Occupational Therapy Practice Act and applicable licensing board regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive clinical leadership
• Collaborative interdisciplinary teams
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities
• The opportunity to provide meaningful, family-centered pediatric care throughout New Mexico