Occupational Therapist

Job DetailsJob Location

• Albuquerque,
• NM 87110
• Position
• SUMMARY: In partnership with physician and/or other practitioners, this position is responsible for the evaluation, assessment, treatment, management and rehabilitation of patients with conditions affecting the hands and upper quadrant.
• Essential
• RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and evaluates patient treatment program in coordination with medical staff. Administers treatment program per physician instruction. Able to evaluate and treat patients according to budgeted volume. Documents care provided, maintains patient records, charts, and discharge summaries. Educates patients and family in proper care and use of various support and exercise programs. Splint fabrication per physician instruction. Evaluates patient needs, discusses condition and appropriate treatment plans with physicians and medical staff and recommends solutions to patient care problems. Evaluates charts and reports on patient’s progress and bill patients according to established procedures. Recommends OT policies and procedures concerning services provided. Maintains quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control. Conducts and participates in clinic educational programs. Cleans and maintains equipment and work area. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Maintains confidentiality of patient account and employee information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and NMOA policy. Regular and reliable attendance. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Supervisory
• Responsibilities:
• N/A
• Knowledge,
• SKILLS
• AND
• ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Ability to understand, read, write and speak English required, bilingual preferred. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, medical information or governmental regulations. Clearly and concisely conveys information and ideas through a variety of mechanisms in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message. Able to professionally communicate, relate, and present to physicians, management, and other clinical and non-clinical support staff. Must be able to build and maintain strong customer relations and patient care. Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and find process improvements to correct errors. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of forms and deal with abstract and concrete variables. Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Must be able identify complex problems and review related information to evaluate and implement solutions. Exhibit an understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance policy (e.g., HIPAA) as it relates to a medical clinic environment. Exhibit working knowledge and skills in physical therapy equipment and safety regulations policies and procedures. Must be able to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks and personalities effectively and efficiently while maintaining a professional, courteous manner. High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information. Must be highly organized, timely and thorough. Must be able to exercise good judgment and positively influence and lead others, including handling confrontations with poise and efficiency. Proficient computer skills (including, but not limited to spreadsheets, word documents, Internet and email) required. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. May be assigned to or transferred to any clinic location, depending upon business need.