Travel Occupational Therapist - Weekly Pay

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist for a travel position in an acute care setting. The OT will assess patients, develop and implement treatment plans, educate families, and ensure accurate documentation.

Requires 6 months of OT experience, BLS and NBCOT-OTR certification with state licensure. Ability to stand, walk, and assist patients for extended periods is needed; travel between sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 6 months relevant OT experience (new grads welcome).
• BLS and NBCOT-OTR certification with valid state licensure.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lean for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Implement interventions to improve daily living skills.
• Assist patients with tasks and recommend equipment as needed.
• Evaluate home and clinical environments for safety and effectiveness.
• Educate patients' families and employers on care and accommodations.
• Document progress and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

BLS

NBCOT-OTR

State Licensing

Anatomy Knowledge

Medical Terminology

Mobility Assessment

Education

NBCOT-OTR Certification

State Licensure

Job description

Role:

Occupational Therapist (OT) for a travel position in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities Include

• Evaluating patients' medical history and current needs.
• Developing personalized treatment plans to improve daily life skills.
• Assisting patients with disabilities to perform tasks and recommending equipment.
• Evaluating patient environments for safety and effectiveness.
• Educating patients' families and employers on care and accommodations.
• Documenting patient progress and ensuring compliance with guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 6 months experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Current BLS and NBCOT-OTR certification, with state-specific licensing.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.

Key Duties:

Conduct patient assessments, create and implement treatment plans, educate patients and families, evaluate environments, and maintain accurate documentation to support patient care and reporting.