Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,425 per week

Location: Albuquerque, NM | Job ID: 1497711 | Employment Type: Travel

About the role

We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Albuquerque, NM. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. As an OTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (note: requirements summary lists 2 years).
• Current BLS certification.
• NBCOT (COTA) national certification.
• State-specific licensure (New Mexico).
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Qualifications

• BLS certification
• NBCOT (COTA) certification
• New Mexico state licensure
• 1–2 years of OTA experience

Skills

• Safe patient lifting and assistance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Continuing education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days