Overview
Occupational Therapist, Acute Care – Rio Rancho, New Mexico. This travel temporary assignment starts on 09/14/2026 and runs for 13 weeks in a long-term care setting. Expect guaranteed 28 hours per week with a weekly pay range of $1,996 to $2,119. Shift is Monday through Friday. This position is a travel assignment managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,996 - $2,119 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 28 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Monday–Friday
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: long-term care facility (LTC – Nursing Home)

Responsibilities
- Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans addressing ADLs, fine motor skills, mobility, and cognitive-perceptual abilities.
- Deliver direct OT interventions to restore or enhance functional independence in daily activities within an acute care framework in a LTC setting.
- Document progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and participate in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.
- Monitor safety, adapt assistive devices, and educate residents and families on home exercise programs and equipment use.
- Collaborate with physical therapy and other therapy disciplines to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
- Maintain timely, compliant clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards and facility policies.

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapy license (state NM) in good standing
- Degree from an accredited OT program
- Eligibility to work in the United States as a traveler
- Ability to work in a long-term care setting with a Monday–Friday schedule
- Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
- Commitment to patient-centered care and regulatory compliance

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from a recruiter and travel liaison
- Access to credentialing and onboarding assistance
- 24/7 support for travel assignments
- Guaranteed hours included in the contract
- Competitive weekly pay with clear payroll processes
- Resources for scheduling and travel logistics
- Opportunities for extension based on performance and staffing needs

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore additional travel therapy openings, you can apply to other opportunities available at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting 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.

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.

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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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

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• 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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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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