Travel Occupational Therapist

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey as an Occupational Therapist in Gallup, New Mexico, where your clinical expertise will illuminate the path to independence for patients across diverse settings. As a travel OT, you’ll apply evidence-based assessments and inventive therapy plans to empower adults and children alike, helping them regain function in daily living, mobility, cognition, and sensory integration. This assignment begins March 30, 2026, and runs for a flexible number of weeks, with guaranteed hours and a compelling compensation package designed for stability on the road.

Your weekly earnings range from $1,412 to $1,452, reflecting a dependable schedule that supports your planning and savings. Beyond the numbers, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring peers, and expanding your specialization through exposure to varied caseloads and care environments. And as you travel, you’ll discover the beauty of New Mexico—sunsets painting the high desert, dramatic red rock landscapes, ancient pueblos, and a welcoming spirit in vibrant communities.

Gallup’s unique blend of culture, outdoor opportunities, and affordable living offers a backdrop for a deeply rewarding professional chapter.

Working in Gallup places you at the crossroads of tradition and innovation, where compassionate care is the norm and professional growth is encouraged. You’ll enjoy a supportive, close-knit community that values work-life balance, mission-driven therapy, and ongoing development. If you crave variety, you’ll appreciate the potential to work in other locations across the United States, maintaining the same level of scheduling reliability and access to resources that sustain your practice wherever you go.

The state’s remarkable scenery—from expansive blue skies to canyons and mesas—provides weekend adventures that recharge your energy and fuel creative, patient-centered approaches to rehab.

In this Occupational Therapist role, you’ll conduct comprehensive evaluations, interpret findings, and design personalized treatment plans that enable patients to recover independence in activities of daily living, mobility, self-care, and safety. You’ll implement evidence-based interventions, track progress, adjust goals as needed, and document outcomes for seamless coordination with physicians, nurses, and therapists. Your duties may span inpatient units, outpatient clinics, schools, and community-based programs, offering opportunities to broaden your expertise in pediatrics, neurorehabilitation, geriatric rehab, or hand therapy.

The position includes meaningful professional growth pathways, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and access to continuing education that keeps you at the forefront of your field. You’ll also have the chance to leverage assistive technology and adaptive equipment, conduct home safety assessments, and support clients in their transition to home or community living.

Crucially, the package includes robust support: 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company, a dedicated clinical liaison, and reliable on-call coverage to address peaks in caseload or urgent care needs. In addition to a competitive weekly pay in the range of $1,412 to $1,452, travel professionals may qualify for a sign-on bonus and housing assistance to ease relocation or temporary housing.

Extension opportunities are available if you wish to continue beyond the initial assignment, enabling you to deepen your impact, build lasting connections with your teams, and pursue longer-term destinations that align with your career goals. The program is designed to honor your schedule, providing predictable hours and transparent communication about responsibilities and expectations. Please note that the exact duration will be clarified during the hiring process, and all pay and hours are estimates subject to final negotiation.

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