Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,468 per week in Albuquerque, NM

Occupational Therapist
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Agency: Towne U.S. LLC
Pay: $2,468 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 

We are  seeking a skilled and compassionate  Occupational Therapist (OT)to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility setting. This position focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to a primarily geriatric population, including short-term rehab patients and long-term care residents.  

The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions designed to restore functional independence, improve safety, and enhance overall quality of life. This role requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, productivity-driven environment.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and  establish individualized plans of care  

• Provide skilled treatment targeting ADLs, functional mobility, strength, balance, cognition, and safety awareness  

• Implement fall prevention strategies and environmental modifications  

• Recommend and train residents in adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques  

• Complete  accurate and  timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, recerts, and discharge summaries  

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including PT, SLP, nursing, and case management  

• Supervise and direct COTAs  in accordance with state practice guidelines  

• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring patient-centered care  

Ideal Candidate:  

• Active OT license in practicing state  

• SNF or geriatric experience preferred  

• Strong clinical reasoning and time management skills  

• Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term care caseloads  

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and committed to driving meaningful functional outcomes in a team-oriented environment.