Occupational Therapy Assistant

About the role

Build Your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient recovery through hands-on, goal-driven interventions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, helping patients restore function, independence, and confidence in everyday life. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. - Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities - Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) - Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) - Malpractice liability insurance - Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department - EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 1.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Implements individualized treatment programs to improve physical, psychosocial, and developmental function and support independence in activities of daily living.
• May modify treatment approaches within the established plan of care developed by the Occupational Therapist based on patient status and progress.
• Assists with the selection, setup, and use of adaptive equipment and/or splinting to promote patient independence and functional performance.
• Provides education and training to patients, families, and caregivers on home programs, adaptive strategies, and preventive care.
• Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with professional and departmental standards.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care team members to support coordinated care.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and standards related to quality assurance, safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
• Participates in ongoing education, in-services, and required meetings to support professional growth and clinical competency.
• Contributes to special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two to three years of college-level coursework, Associate Degree, or Diploma in Occupational Therapy Assistant required Current Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license required
• Less than one year of Occupational Therapy experience required
• We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
• Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
• Learn more about our employee benefits.
• About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
• Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
• AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
• Compensation Disclaimer
• The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
• We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Benefits

Additional Information

Location Address: 2100 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Clovis, NM 88101-9412 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $24.27 Maximum Offer $37.07

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