Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / Per Diem
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description This job requires relocation. Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Implements specific treatments and exercise
programs for individual patients under the direction of an
Occupational Therapist. 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. Requirements MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Associates degree from an Occupational
Therapist Assistant Program. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current State
of New Mexico COTA licensure and BLS 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 Service
-Bloodborne pathogen: B ENVIRONMENT: 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 , Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / Per Diem, Healthcare , Albuquerque, New Mexico
