Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapy
Company: Memorial Medical Center
Location: Las Cruces
Posted on: April 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Who We Are -People are our passion and purpose.---Come work
where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.
Memorial Medical Center is a---199-bed hospital offering a spectrum
of care, including diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative
services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. -Where We Are
-From national parks and monuments to one of the top-rated farmer's
markets in the country, Las Cruces offers a world filled with
natural wonder, year-round excitement, and historic proportions of
fun. We are known for our safe and affordable living conditions,
outstanding educational system, and friendly people. -Why Choose
UsHealth (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time
employeesCompetitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package
for full-time employeesEmployee Assistance Program - mental,
physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition
Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsProfessional
Development and Growth OpportunitiesAnd much more--- -Position
Summary -As an Occupational Therapist with Memorial Medical Center,
you will provide direct patient care services to individuals of all
ages that facilitate progress toward performance-based goals in a
supportive, team oriented environment in accordance with the
principals and practices of occupation therapy and with Memorial
Medical Center policies and procedures. Our rehab department has an
active role in communicating recommendations for next level of care
and assessing DME needs. Our occupational therapists have the
opportunity to evaluate and treat patients with a variety of
medical needs located throughout the facility including ICU/CCU,
orthopedics, medical/surgical, NICU, PICU, ED, and others. You will
work closely with a dynamic, interactive interdisciplinary team
including physical therapy, speech therapy, therapy technicians,
nursing, patient care technicians, physicians, case management,
respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and others.
Additional responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist
include:Perform appropriate occupational therapy evaluations,
implement -and manage an individualized evidence-based patient plan
of -care according to physician orders.Documenting patient progress
daily and adjusting treatment plans as necessaryAccurately bill for
services provided in accordance to CMS guidelines.Supervise
assistants, technicians, students.Openly communicate with case
management to assist with throughput.Assess patients' need and use
devices such as walkers, shower chairs, beside -chairs, bedside
commodes, splints, ADL equipment, etc.Collaborate with other
healthcare providers to maintain continuity of care -and focus on
patient goalsMaintain productivity standardsMinimum Qualifications
-Minimum Education: - -BS degree in Occupational Therapy from an
accredited university. -Minimum Experience: -One year previous
experience in both inpatient and outpatient, and/or home health
settings preferred.Certification/Licensure: - -Current or eligible
New Mexico Occupational Therapist license and Certification by the
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy as an
Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR). CPR required. - - -
-Certification or completion courses must meet the standards of
Memorial Medical Center.EEOC Statement
Memorial Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment
Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with
all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee
or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age,
religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender
identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis
protected by applicable federal, state or local law. -Equal
opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for
diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords: Memorial Medical Center, Las Cruces , Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapy, Other , Las Cruces, New Mexico
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