Location: Belen, NM

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Day

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $39 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 compassionate daily occupational therapy care and assist patients with meaningful ADL training
• Implement therapeutic activities under the supervision of the OTR to promote independence
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and update patient care plans
• Document patient progress accurately and timely in the facility record system
• Educate patients and families on home programs and adaptive techniques to support long-term recovery
• Maintain professional standards, safety protocols, and infection control practices at all times

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential (required)
• Current credentialing and ability to meet facility onboarding requirements
• Comfortable working the listed day shift schedule (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across disciplines
• Demonstrated clinical skills in therapeutic activities and ADL training

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques and adaptive equipment
• Skilled in patient assessment, goal-based interventions, and activity analysis
• Competent documentation and charting practices
• Ability to engage patients and families with clear, empathetic education
• Team-oriented approach to coordinated, patient-centered care

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
• Supportive team environment where your contributions matter
• Help with travel logistics and local housing support so you can settle in quickly
• Licensure assistance and professional development support
• Paid time off to rest, recharge, and do the things you love
• Access to continuing education and career growth opportunities
• Flexible scheduling conversations when facility needs allow
• A workplace that values compassion, teamwork, and patient-centered care

Travel Perks: Explore Belen, NM

This is a travel contract in Belen, New Mexico — a great home base for Southwest adventures. Enjoy easy drives to Albuquerque for Old Town dining, museums, and the Sandia Mountain trails. Explore the Rio Grande and local walking paths, visit the historic railroad sights in Belen, and take weekend trips to Santa Fe for art, culture, and Pueblo architecture. If you like scenic drives and authentic Southwestern flavor, this area offers plenty to discover between shifts.

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