Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – General position in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. This travel assignment is with a skilled nursing facility, starting on 10/26/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $1,632 to $1,671, with guaranteed 36 hours per week. Shift is 5x8 days, with duty hours from 08:00 to 16:30. Note: Agencies must have NM caregivers account.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,632–$1,671 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30, five days per week
- Start date: 10/26/2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy services to residents under approved supervision, contributing to rehabilitation goals.
- Assess residents, develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve activities of daily living, strength, range of motion, and functional independence.
- Implement therapy sessions, monitor progress, document patient outcomes, adjust plans as needed, and communicate progress to the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate residents and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, safety, device use, and home exercise programs; support discharge planning and transition of care.
- Maintain safety and infection control standards, manage equipment and supplies, and ensure accurate documentation in patient records.
- Collaborate with nursing, social work, and therapy colleagues to optimize care plans and resident outcomes; participate in team conferences as required.
Requirements
- Active COTA certification with eligibility to practice in New Mexico (as applicable by state regulations)
- Experience delivering occupational therapy services in rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or related settings is preferred
- Ability to work 08:00–16:30, Monday through Friday (5x8 days) with a 13-week travel assignment
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and in a skilled care environment
- Commitment to consistent, high-quality patient care and documentation during the assignment
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Access to a temporary travel opportunity within a skilled nursing setting
- Ongoing communication with a dedicated recruiter throughout the assignment
- Resource coordination for credentialing and onboarding processes
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore additional openings, visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view other travel therapy opportunities and apply for positions aligned with your licensure and specialty.
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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