Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Inpatient Rehab Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) needed for an inpatient rehabilitation assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Travel - temporary assignment starting 08/03/2026 for 13 weeks, with a guaranteed 36 hours per week. Work five 8.5-hour days, typically 08:00–16:30. The role focuses on inpatient rehab within a skilled nursing care environment, delivering patient-centered therapy services and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,453–$1,568 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: five 8.5-hour days, typically 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Work setting: inpatient rehab in a skilled nursing care environment

Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy services to adult patients in inpatient rehab, including evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions.
- Implement evidence-based activities to improve ADLs, mobility, and functional independence; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
- Document patient assessments, progress notes, and discharge planning in the medical record; communicate findings with the OT supervisor and rehab team.
- Promote patient safety, infection control, and patient education; collaborate with nursing and other therapy disciplines to optimize care.
- Support care transitions through discharge planning and home exercise program instruction; ensure regulatory and documentation standards are met.

Requirements
- Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential.
- Ability to work in an inpatient rehab setting with adult patients.
- Strong documentation and communication skills; ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
- Availability for a 13-week assignment starting 08/03/2026 and willingness to work the scheduled shift (08:00–16:30, five days per week).
- Eligible to participate in a travel assignment and work in the United States.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support
- Fast credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Ongoing clinical and administrative support throughout the assignment

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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