Location: Albuquerque, NM

Start Date: 02-09-2026

End Date: 05-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift (specific start/end times and exact days to be provided by the facility)

Hours per Week: 36

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 skilled occupational therapy interventions as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in a skilled nursing facility
• Implement individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence and function
• Collaborate closely with the therapy team and interdisciplinary staff to ensure coordinated care
• Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and promptly according to CRG policies
• Meet facility productivity expectations (92%) while maintaining quality, patient-centered care
• Adhere to facility dress code and on-site presence requirements to receive guaranteed hours
• Communicate with patients and families to set goals and support meaningful outcomes

Qualifications

• Current COTA credential (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)
• 1-3 years of experience preferred, ideally with SNF/skilled nursing experience
• Eligible for or holding state OTA/COTA licensure as required by New Mexico
• Ability to follow CRG policies & procedures and meet productivity standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; reliable on-site presence

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program / COTA certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled nursing facility (SNF) rehabilitation practices and common geriatric diagnoses
• Therapeutic activity planning and adaptive equipment use
• Accurate clinical documentation and time management to meet productivity goals
• Patient-centered care, safety precautions, and infection control
• Collaborative care with PT, SLP, nursing, and facility staff
• Professional presentation and adherence to facility dress code

Benefits

• Generous travel support and reimbursement to make your contract hassle-free
• Housing assistance options to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Supportive team environment — you’ll join an experienced, collaborative therapy team
• Paid time off options so you can recharge between contracts
• Referral bonus program for telling friends about great opportunities
• Clear policies and expectations (CRG P&P) so you know where you stand

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Explore Albuquerque’s unique Southwest charm on your days off: ride the Sandia Peak Tram for stunning mountain and city views, wander Old Town Albuquerque’s shops, galleries and historic plazas, visit the Albuquerque Museum and the BioPark, hike the trails at the Petroglyph National Monument, enjoy the Rio Grande bosque for peaceful walks, and sample famous New Mexican cuisine — green chile, anyone? If your contract lines up with fall, the International Balloon Fiesta is a must-see bucket list event.

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