Location: Socorro, NM

Start Date: 11-24-2025

End Date: 02-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift (typical daytime hours; exact start/end times to be confirmed with facility). Typical work hours: days. Schedule details to be finalized with hiring manager.

Hours per Week: 34

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 evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for SNF residents
• Deliver hands-on therapeutic interventions and adaptive strategies to improve resident independence
• Document clinical progress thoroughly and timely in accordance with facility and CRG policies
• Collaborate closely with nursing, PT/SLP, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Meet productivity expectations while maintaining high-quality, patient-centered care (therapist productivity requirement: 90%)
• Participate in facility-specific processes and follow CRG policies & procedures
• Maintain professional presence on-site (dress code: black scrubs) and support a positive therapy culture

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Occupational Therapy experience (as noted in the job posting)
• Active Occupational Therapist license or eligibility to obtain licensure in New Mexico
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or similar post-acute setting preferred
• Strong documentation skills and ability to meet productivity expectations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; able to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
• Willingness to follow CRG policies & procedures and meet facility dress code

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in OT assessments, treatment planning, and skilled interventions for SNF residents
• Knowledge of SNF regulations, documentation standards, and productivity expectations
• Proficiency with clinical documentation systems and timely charting
• Ability to provide patient-centered, functional interventions that focus on independence
• Strong interpersonal skills for team collaboration and family communication
• Adaptability to the facility environment and adherence to site-specific policies

Benefits

• Generous travel support and local housing guidance to make your 13-week stay comfortable
• Comprehensive onboarding and a supportive therapy team that treats you like family
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement guidance to help you get licensed in New Mexico
• Coverage for professional liability and credentialing support
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling conversations available with your manager
• Continuing education & training opportunities to grow your clinical skills
• Friendly referral bonus program — bring a colleague and both win
• A welcoming work culture with clear policies, consistent communication, and leadership that listens

Travel Perks: Explore Socorro, NM

Socorro sits at the southern tip of the Rockies — expect easy access to hiking, birdwatching, and scenic drives. Explore the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge for spectacular bird migration viewing, take in the Magdalena Mountains for trails and outdoor adventure, and enjoy local cultural events and historic downtown spots. Winters bring nearby mountain recreation and skiing opportunities within a reasonable drive.

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