Travel Occupational Therapist
Alamogordo, NM
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care programs designed to assist 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 the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other related criteria appropriate to the patient population in the assigned area.
• Maintain required core competencies and comply with established Policies and Procedures.
• Plan, organize, and participate in medically oriented occupational therapy programs, including evaluating the extent of patients' abilities and limitations.
• Assist patients in performing various activities to enhance coordination and regain fundamental skills.
• Employ physical exercises to help patients improve strength and dexterity.
• Utilize activities designed to enhance visual acuity and pattern recognition.
• Leverage computer programs to assist clients in improving decision-making, abstract reasoning, problem-solving, memory, sequencing, coordination, and perceptual skills.
• Design or create special equipment as necessary for home or work environments.
• Develop computer-aided adaptive equipment and provide training to clients with severe limitations to enhance communication and control over their environment.
• Collaborate with various patient populations, including children and the elderly, in specialized settings, such as mental health.
• Observe and evaluate patient progress, designing and recommending tailored treatment plans that address individual rehabilitative needs.
• Coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities, aligning with the patients' needs, capabilities, interests, and treatment goals.
• Participate in patient care conferences, consultations, and educational programs to enhance patient care quality and staff performance.
• Recommend innovative occupational therapy methods and techniques.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records reflecting patient progress, care plans, and related statistical data in accordance with departmental policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• New Mexico licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the field is preferred.

Work Schedule

Full-time position consisting of 5 days, 8 hours per day.