Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Job Description

Overview Occupational Therapist – Acute Care in Milan, New Mexico, United States. This travel assignment runs for 12 weeks starting 05/25/2026, with a weekly pay range of $2,161 to $2,267 and 40 guaranteed hours per week. Shift is Days, 8 hours per day (5 days per week). The role supports inpatient and outpatient therapy within a hospital setting, with opportunities to collaborate across acute care teams to help patients develop, recover, and improve daily living skills. Key Highlights – Weekly pay: $2,161–$2,267 per week – Guaranteed hours: 40 per week – Contract duration: 12 weeks – Shift: Days, 8 hours per day (5 days per week) – Start date: 05/25/2026 – Setting: Inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy within a hospital environment – Quick start availability and ongoing assignment support Responsibilities – Evaluate patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities through observation and standardized assessments. – Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve functional skills, focusing on ADLs and mobility. – Recommend adaptive equipment and train patients in its safe and effective use. – Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies for daily living and home care planning. – Maintain accurate patient documentation and progress reports in the EMR; coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other therapists. – Ensure adherence to departmental policies, participate in professional development activities, and support quality assurance efforts. Requirements – Education: Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program. – Certification: BLS/CPR certification. – Licensure: NM OT license application in progress with the NM Regulation & Licensing Department; active licensure prior to or soon after start date is expected. – Experience: