Physical Therapist PT or Occupational Therapist OT Outpatient Full Time Days Lymphedema Interest job in Albuquerque, NM

Physical Therapist/PT or Occupational Therapist/OT- Outpatient, Full-Time, Days, Albuquerque, NM
 

  We are looking for a Physical or Occupational Therapist to join our Outpatient team in Albuquerque, NM.  The ideal candidate for this position has Lymphedema training or has an interest in Lymphedema.
 
This full-time job is at Lovelace Women’s Hospital, the first and only hospital in New Mexico dedicated to women’s health. We offer a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, a natural birthing center, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.
 

  Physical Therapist Job Responsibilities and Duties:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for organizing and conducting medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to individuals with developmental, physical, cognitive and/or emotional impairments, disabilities and/or handicaps to assist in reaching optimal function within their physical limitations.

• Performs physical therapy assessment procedures utilizing techniques consistent with the patient’s diagnosis. 
• Develops individualized treatment plan based on evaluation findings. 
• Provides detailed and concise documentation of evaluation, treatment, interim reports, and discharge evaluations within departmental timelines. 
• Provides all necessary documentation required for on-going patient care.
• Lymphedema Training or interest
   

  Occupational Therapist Job Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Responsible for providing occupational therapy treatment in the rehabilitation of individuals with developmental, physical, cognitive and/or emotional impairments, disabilities and/or handicaps. 
• Provides detailed and concise documentation of evaluation, treatment, interim reports, and discharge evaluations within departmental time lines. 
• Provides all necessary documentation required for on-going patient care.
•   Lymphedema Training or interest  

Physical Therapist Education and Experience Requirements:

•   Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution
   
• Desired: Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy
• No directly related experience needed, one (1) year related experience desired
   
• Therapist with a focus in treatment of orthopedic patients preferred
   
• Current Licensure or licensure eligible in Physical Therapy in State of NM
• Current CPR
• Ability to communicate effectively and finish tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction and established procedures

Occupational Therapist Education and Experience Requirements:
 

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution,  Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy desired

•   No directly related experience required,  One (1) year experience in job-related environment desired
   

•   Current Licensure or licensure eligible in Occupational Therapy in State of NM  
•   Current CPR  
•   Ability to communicate effectively and finish tasks in a timely manner  
•   A   bility to follow oral and written instruction and established procedures    

Why Lovelace Women’s Hospital?

• Robotic surgery program named a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation
• Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Breast Centers since 2015
• 2016-2018 Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety
• Named to Modern Healthcare’s 100 Best Places to work 2008 - 2017

  To be immediately considered for this Physical Therapist / Occupational Therapist job, or for further questions, please contact the Recruiter at:  melissa.phillips@lovelace.com . 

Lovelace is a drug-free employer with smoke free campuses.

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