Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant General Job

Gallup, NM
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, General, located in Gallup, New Mexico, United States. This is a travel, temporary assignment starting 10/26/2026 for 13 weeks in a skilled nursing setting. Weekly pay ranges from $1,679 to $1,828, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is 5x8 days, with a work day from 08:00 to 16:30. This assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,679–$1,828 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30, 5x8 days
- Start date: 10/26/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Responsibilities
- Provide skilled occupational therapy support under the supervision of the supervising OT, delivering rehabilitation services to residents.
- Implement treatment plans, therapy modalities, activities, and interventions to improve or maintain functional independence in activities of daily living.
- Monitor progress, document outcomes, and communicate changes in patient status to the OT and care team; maintain accurate records in the chart or EMR.
- Assist with patient transfers, positioning, ambulation, and use of assistive devices and equipment, while following safety protocols.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, participate in care planning discussions, and contribute to goal setting for residents.

Requirements
- Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential
- Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility setting
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Availability to commit to a 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed 35 hours per week
- Knowledge of basic OT modalities and ability to support treatment plans within a team setting

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support
- Onboarding and credential verification assistance

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, apply for opportunities available at Healthforce Healthcare LLC: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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.
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