? Immediate Start: Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapy/Full-Time
Company: Christus Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Description POSITION SUMMARY: Assesses and
treats the impact of illness, injury, developmental or
psychological impairments of the patient in the performance areas
of Activities of Daily Living including; range-of-motion, grooming
& hygiene, eating, dressing, toileting, driving, cooking, or
working. Is responsible for assisting the patient to regain,
develop, and learn skills to enable them to achieve optimal
independence, reduce joint strain, prevent further joint damage and
conserve energy. Is responsible for developing, implementing and
monitoring the plan of care for the person served. Performs and
directs administration of all occupational therapy modalities &
collaborates throughout the process with the patient, their family
and the interdisciplinary team. Requirements MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Doctorate, Masters, or Bachelors degree
in Occupational Therapy. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current New Mexico
American Occupational Therapy Association licensure & BLS
certification required. SKILLS: Demonstrates accountability and
skills in assessment/evaluation, decision-making and time
management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written
communication and organizational skills. EXPERIENCE: One year
Occupational Therapy preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: Responsible
to: Director/Manager, Rehabilitation Services ENVIRONMENT: -
Bloodborne pathogen: B Works in a clean, well lighted, ventilated
smoke-free environment. Potential exposure to communicable
diseases, combative patients and hazardous chemicals. Subject to
stressful professional relationships. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Good
physical condition.Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing
and walking. Lifts, positions, and transfers patients and
manipulates occupied equipment. Lifts supplies or equipment up to
50 lbs. Potential strains resulting from lifting heavy patients and
equipment.
Keywords: Christus Health, Albuquerque , ? Immediate Start: Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapy/Full-Time, Healthcare , Santa Fe, New Mexico
