Occupational Therapist

At Spine Solutions and Worksite Strategies, we do more than treat injuries - we help people rebuild their lives. Our team specializes in Workers’ Compensation and industrial rehab, helping injured workers regain function, return to work, and get back to doing what they love.

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We are seeking a part-time motivated and detail-oriented Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient rehabilitation team. This role focuses on conducting Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) and providing evidence-based occupational therapy treatment to patients recovering from work-related injuries, orthopedic conditions, and other functional limitations. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping individuals safely return to work and daily activities while delivering high-quality patient-centered care.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive Functional Capacity Evaluations to assess physical abilities, work tolerance, and functional limitations.
• Analyze job demands and compare findings to patient capabilities.
• Prepare detailed, objective, and timely evaluation reports.
• Provide recommendations regarding return-to-work status, work restrictions, and accommodations.
• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and functional goals.
• Deliver skilled interventions to improve strength, endurance, mobility, coordination, and functional performance.
• Educate patients on injury prevention, ergonomics, body mechanics, and return-to-work strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current New Mexico Occupational Therapist License

Other Skills, Abilities and Requirements:

• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a bonus
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.
• Ability to travel between Albuquerque and Santa Fe Clinics.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a highly engaged orthopedic rehab team.

Additional Benefit Package:

• Simple IRA with 3% employer matching