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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift); 35 hours/week; No weekend rotation
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $31 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide direct occupational therapy services to patients in the rehabilitation setting, helping them regain independence
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and clinical assessments
- Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and other care team members to coordinate patient-centered care
- Document patient progress, treatment notes, and discharge planning in a timely and accurate manner
- Educate patients and families on strategies, home programs, and adaptive equipment to support recovery
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential — required
- Current licensure or registration to practice as an OTA in New Mexico (or ability to obtain) — required
- Minimum experience in an inpatient or outpatient rehab setting preferred
- Basic life support (BLS/CPR) certification — preferred or willing to obtain
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team
Education
- Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in therapeutic activity planning and adaptive equipment recommendations
- Comfortable with patient assessments, treatment documentation, and progress tracking
- Knowledge of common rehab diagnoses and interventions in a post-acute setting
- Ability to teach patients and families practical strategies for daily living and safety
- Good time management, organization, and clinical reasoning skills
Benefits
- A supportive, collaborative rehab team that values your skills and growth
- Stable, predictable weekday schedule to help you plan life outside of work
- Professional development support and encouragement to grow your clinical skills
- Paid time off and work-life balance so you can recharge
- Hands-on mentoring from experienced therapists in a patient-focused setting
- Licensure and certification assistance guidance to keep your credentials current
- A culture focused on quality care and making a real difference for patients
- Opportunities to contribute to interdisciplinary care and patient progress
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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