Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Farmington, NM
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,626/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration26 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active New Mexico Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in an acute care or hospital setting preferred.
- Experience treating a broad adult caseload including post-surgical, medical, and trauma patients is preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams in a level III trauma center environment preferred.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional information.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Shift name: Days.
- Shift details: Days 0700-1730.
Location Highlights
Farmington, NM offers outdoor adventure and regional access for clinicians seeking an active lifestyle. The city sits in the San Juan River Valley near Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness and is about 1 hour drive to Durango, CO. The area features nearby attractions including hiking and kayaking opportunities on the Animas and San Juan rivers and access to four nearby national parks and monuments within a few hours' drive. Farmington provides a suburban, outdoors-oriented lifestyle with multiple golf courses, lakes for boating, and extensive off-roading terrain. Public services include regional medical centers and a small-city downtown with local dining and cultural events, while Albuquerque is approximately a 3-hour drive for larger-city amenities.
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EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
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About Farmington, NM
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Farmington, NM here's what you should know:- Farmington's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Farmington.
- Farmington is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Farmington offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events.
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