Travel Occupational Therapist - Home Health - $2,398 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a Home Health setting serving adult and geriatric patients, requiring MOAB, NBCOT, and NM license (license required if applicable).

Details

• Home Health setting treating adult and geriatric patients
• Caseload of 8-12 assigned patients
• Day shift schedule, 5x8-hour shifts
• No weekend requirements
• Clinician may float within scope to meet facility needs, no floating to sister facilities
• Mileage reimbursed at federal IRS standard rate within a 35-mile territory
• Block scheduling not guaranteed

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• BLS certification required
• MOAB certification required (facility will provide training if not already certified)
• NBCOT certification required
• NM state license required (license required if applicable)
• Pending state license accepted
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Experience with home assessments, adaptive equipment, and pre-discharge planning preferred
• Experience with orthopedic conditions including hip and knee replacements, hand injuries, and soft tissue injuries preferred
• Experience with neurological conditions such as CVA, TBI, Parkinson's, and spinal cord injury preferred
• Experience with cognitive assessments and standardized psychiatric/behavioral health assessments preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers accepted
• Responsibilities include ADLs, wheelchair evaluations, home assessments, and discharge planning
• Provide patient and family education along with safety and injury prevention guidance
• Must pass in-person MOAB training during orientation week if not already certified, or contract may be subject to termination
• No local candidates accepted within 100 miles of the facility
• Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require approval
• COVID vaccine optional, but vaccination series or declination must be uploaded for facility reporting
• Second set of fingerprints required upon arrival for CYFD due to potential presence of children in homes

American Traveler Job ID #P-762666. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Home Health

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.