Occupational Therapist – Acute – (OT – Acute)

Job Description & Requirements

Occupational Therapist – Acute – (OT – Acute)

StartDate: 9/25/2023
Available Shifts: 8 D
Pay Rate: $1600.00 – $2100.00

OT needed ASAp for 13 weeks
2+ years of experience. 50-mile radius rule. No more than a 3-month work history gap in the last year. The Occupational Therapist facilitates the development and rehabilitation of physically disabled persons; maximizing the functional status of hospitalized patient. Responsibilities are to evaluate, plan, implement, and modify age appropriate treatment programs, participates in discharge planning, performs administrative duties, participates in PI, pursues professional growth, and performs other duties as assigned. Plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities. Teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities. Studies, evaluates, and records patients’ activities and progress. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager. Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and required state certification as a occupational therapist. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Required Qualifications
NM license
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and required state certification as a occupational therapist.

Preferred Qualifications
NA

About the Facility
Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, this full service community hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission. Dedicated to providing quality, cost-effective healthcare for families in southeast New Mexico, the physicians and staff at this 115-bed facility strive to exceed patient expectations while delivering compassionate quality care. Its recently expanded facility features an outpatient diagnostic center, and expanded intensive care unit, an upgraded and expanded emergency department, and a renovated women’s services unit.

Facility Location
Situated along the Pecos River, Carlsbad is a hub of tourism and of the New Mexico’s most livable cities. The city is perhaps best known for Carlsbad Caverns, and rightly so. The spectacular caverns must be seen to be believed are a significant tourist draw for the city. In addition to the caverns, the nearby Guadalupe Mountains National Park offers yet even more opportunity to experience the region’s outdoor splendor.

Job Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

Med Travelers, an AMN Healthcare company, is the leader in allied healthcare staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities – including hospitals, home health agencies, school systems, and long-term care facilities – enable us to offer the most current temporary therapy positions and medical imaging jobs. And our traveler customer service is among the best in the industry. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer.  We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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