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Occupational Therapist - Inpatient/Acute Care - $25K Sign-on Bonus + Relocation Assistance

Carlsbad Medical Center
Carlsbad, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
Occupational Therapist

Full Time
  • Inpatient/Acute care

  • Benefits

    $25K Sign-on Bonus Relocation Assistance Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Pet Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) with Match Competitive Salary Comprehensive Benefits Package 100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Job Summary

    The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities in children and adults, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

    Essential Functions

    • Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly across diverse patient populations.
    • Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
    • Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
    • Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
    • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
    • Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age-specific and condition-specific needs.
    • Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
    • Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
    • Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
    • Complies with all policies and standards.

    Qualifications

    • 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
    • Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

    Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

    • Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and evidence-based interventions.
    • Proficiency in conducting evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
    • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
    • Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
    • Ability to mentor and train students or new staff members in occupational therapy practices.
    • Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and adhering to all ethical and regulatory standards.
    • Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

    Licenses and Certifications

    • OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered license in the state of employment required
    • BLS - Basic Life Support required

    This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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