Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Start Date: 01-26-2026
End Date: 04-25-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $47 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
- Assist licensed occupational therapists in delivering patient-centered treatment plans
- Implement therapeutic activities and interventions to improve daily living skills
- Monitor and document patient progress clearly and promptly in the medical record
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and discharge planning
- Educate patients and families on adaptive strategies, home programs, and equipment use
- Maintain a safe therapeutic environment and ensure compliance with facility protocols
Qualifications
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential required
- Ability to work the scheduled day shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sun–Sat as assigned
- Agency must have an active New Mexico caregivers account (per facility note)
- Available for the contract dates: 2026-01-26 through 2026-04-25
- Strong communication and teamwork skills; patient-focused attitude
Education
- Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent accredited program (typical requirement for COTA)
Knowledge & Skills
- Hands-on experience implementing OT treatment plans
- Skilled in ADL training and adaptive equipment recommendations
- Clear clinical documentation and progress note writing
- Comfortable collaborating with PTs, SLPs, nurses, and case managers
- Ability to modify activities to meet varied cognitive and physical levels
- Good time management and caseload organization skills
Benefits
- Supportive team environment that values your skills and growth
- Licensure assistance and onboarding support to get you working quickly
- Paid time off options to help you recharge between assignments
- Travel-friendly assignment with local support and coordination
- Clinical mentorship and opportunities to learn new rehab techniques
- Access to professional development resources and continuing education guidance
- Flexible scheduling conversations through your agency to help balance life
- A meaningful role where your work directly improves patient independence
Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM
This is a travel contract in Albuquerque — enjoy the Sandia Mountains and scenic tramway for quick outdoor escapes, explore historic Old Town for great restaurants and local shops, hike at Petroglyph National Monument, stroll along the Rio Grande Nature Center, and take easy day trips to Santa Fe or the high desert. If you like culture, the local arts scene and museums are delightful — and if you happen to be here during Balloon Fiesta season, it’s an unforgettable spectacle.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapist 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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