Travel Occupational Therapist; OT; in Albuquerque, NM

Occupational Therapist
Location: Albuquerque, NM Agency: Towne U.S. LLC Pay: $2,459 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with Towne U.S. LLC to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87113!

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility setting. This position focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to a primarily geriatric population, including short-term rehab patients and long-term care residents.

The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions designed to restore functional independence, improve safety, and enhance overall quality of life. This role requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, productivity-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and establish individualized plans of care

• Provide skilled treatment targeting ADLs, functional mobility, strength, balance, cognition, and safety awareness

• Implement fall prevention strategies and environmental modifications

• Recommend and train residents in adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques

• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, recerts, and discharge summaries

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including PT, SLP, nursing, and case management

• Supervise and direct COTAs in accordance with state practice guidelines

• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring patient-centered care

Ideal Candidate:

• Active OT license in practicing state

• SNF or geriatric experience preferred

• Strong clinical reasoning and time management skills

• Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term care caseloads

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and committed to driving meaningful functional outcomes in a team-oriented environment.

About Towne U.S. LLC

Towne U.S. is a proud member of the Towne Family of Companies, which has been building community and opportunity since 1991. Born from a commitment to people-first values, Towne U.S. extends the Towne legacy into the world of healthcare staffing—specializing in placing travel physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and allied professionals across the United States.

With a foundation rooted in over three decades of operational excellence and service, Towne U.S. brings a uniquely personal approach to travel healthcare. Each provider is supported by a dedicated Journey Advisor, ensuring transparency, trust, and tailored guidance throughout every assignment.

Our mission is simple: connect passionate professionals with life-changing opportunities—while being radically transparent every step of the way. As part of the Towne Family, we inherit a deep tradition of integrity, compassion, and operational excellence, and we strive to embody those values in everything we do.