Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapy/Part-Time
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: January 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description This job requires relocation. 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, Santa Fe , Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapy/Part-Time, Seasonal Jobs , Albuquerque, New Mexico
