Travel Occupational Therapist General Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 103,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Weekly pay

Travel assignment support

Recruiter support

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare LLC seeks an Occupational Therapist for a traveling assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Start date is 12/01/2026 for 13 weeks, with a typical 5x8 shift from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM in a skilled nursing facility.

Weekly pay ranges from $2,257 to $2,393, with guaranteed 35 hours per week. The assignment includes travel between facilities, licensing support, and dedicated recruiter assistance throughout the engagement.

Qualifications

• Active NM OT license or eligible for licensure.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience in geriatric or SNF settings preferred.
• Willingness to travel for a travel assignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy focused on ADLs, mobility, coordination, and perceptual skills; monitor progress.
• Document assessments, goals, progress notes, and discharge planning in the EMR.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and social work teams to coordinate resident care.
• Educate residents and families on home exercise programs and safety strategies.
• Support discharge planning and continuity of care.

Skills

Active NM OT license

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Geriatric care experience

Travel-friendly

Education

Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - General, traveling assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. Start date: 12/01/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,257-$2,393 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, typically 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. Setting: skilled nursing facility. This travel - temporary assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,257-$2,393 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (8:00 AM-4:30 PM)
• Start date: 12/01/2026
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility; travel assignment managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations for residents in a skilled nursing facility and develop individualized treatment plans
• Implement therapy focusing on activities of daily living, mobility, coordination, and perceptual skills; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed
• Document assessments, goals, progress notes, and discharge planning in the electronic medical record
• Collaborate with nursing staff, therapy assistants, and social work to coordinate comprehensive resident care
• Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, safety strategies, and caregiver instruction
• Support discharge planning and transition processes to promote continuity of care and appropriate follow-up

Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist license in New Mexico or eligible for licensure
• Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility environment
• Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
• Experience in geriatric or SNF settings preferred, but not required
• Willingness to travel for a travel assignment and adapt to varied resident needs

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours for the assignment
• Weekly pay per week, with a stated range
• Travel assignment support through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
• Dedicated recruiter and assignment support throughout the engagement
• Assignment duration of 13 weeks, with potential extension opportunities
• Local licensing and compliance support as part of the travel program

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.