Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Acute Care Job

Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Acute Care) travel assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Start date 09/28/2026 for a 13-week contract. Weekly pay range: $1,488–$1,557 per week with guaranteed 36 hours. Shift: 5x8 Days. Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility. Travel - Temporary Assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC. This role provides OT support for residents requiring rehabilitation services, under supervision, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote functional independence.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,488–$1,557 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 Days
- Start date: 09/28/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Conduct patient evaluations and re-evaluations to determine OT goals and treatment plans.
- Implement and adjust evidence-based OT interventions to improve activities of daily living, mobility, balance, strength, and coordination.
- Utilize modalities and therapeutic techniques appropriate to an acute rehabilitation or SNF setting; monitor progress and outcomes.
- Document patient progress, treatment plans, and discharge recommendations accurately in clinical records.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (PT, nursing, speech therapy, social work) to optimize care and coordinate discharge planning.
- Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety strategies, and durable medical equipment needs.

Requirements
- Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license and credentialing appropriate to practice in the United States; state-specific requirements as applicable.
- Graduation from an accredited OTA program.
- Experience in rehabilitation settings; SNF or acute care experience preferred.
- Strong clinical documentation, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a travel assignment with a 5x8 day shift schedule; comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Nationwide travel assignments
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance

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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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

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
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

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.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.