Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) ($58–$85+/hour + benefits), Full-Time Preferred

RISE is a small multidisciplinary teaching and learning clinic located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, that values Respect, Integrity, Service, and Education. We strive to provide compassionate, high-quality care for the diverse clients we serve in Santa Fe and throughout the state.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment and Evaluation: Evaluate clients' fine motor, visual motor, sensory processing, self-care, feeding, and functional skills to identify strengths and areas of need.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique goals, promoting independence and participation in daily activities.
• Therapeutic Intervention: Provide evidence-based occupational therapy services addressing fine motor development, sensory integration, self-regulation, activities of daily living (ADLs), feeding, visual-motor integration, executive functioning, and other areas of occupational performance.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely records of evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, and outcomes while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and payer requirements.
• Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, medical providers, educators, and family members to support each client's progress.
• Education and Training: Provide education, coaching, and home program recommendations to clients, families, and caregivers to support skill development beyond therapy sessions.

  Work Environment & Benefits

  • Team environment providing quality care to adults with disabilities, children, and their families.
  • Mentorship available for new clinicians.
  • RISE offers W-2 employment with medical (BCBS), dental (BCBS), paid time off, and 401K retirement match.
  • Flexible scheduling with a four-day work week (full-time is a minimum of 25 billable hours, Tuesday through Friday).
  • Manageable caseloads with paid documentation time.
  • Employees may be eligible for up to 100% student loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP), subject to program eligibility.
  • Therapist-owned and therapist-managed multidisciplinary clinic committed to mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth.

  Please contact Dr. Michelle E. Garcia at (505) 302-0095 or risetherapynm@gmail.com for more information.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current or eligible for New Mexico Occupational Therapy licensure. Pediatric experience is preferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, a willingness to learn and grow, and a compassionate, family-centered approach to care.