Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Farmington, NM
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

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 their daily skills while working in a hospital setting in Farmington, NM.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active New Mexico Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC preferred. (Client may require BLS; obtain prior to start if requested.)
• Experience working in an acute care or hospital environment preferred. Hospital experience with inpatient rehabilitation, medical/surgical, or trauma care is preferred.
• Ability to manage caseloads that include adults and pediatric patients in a level III trauma center environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated competency with standard OT evaluation tools, splinting, ADL training, and discharge planning preferred.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Primary specialty: Occupational Therapist.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 07:00–17:30.
• Float requirement: May be required to float between departments within the hospital as needed.

Location Highlights

Farmington sits in the San Juan River Valley near multiple outdoor recreation options and regional hubs. The area is within one hour driving time to Durango, CO and about three hours to Albuquerque, NM, offering access to regional airports and Amtrak connections. The locale provides proximity to four nearby rivers and five lakes, a network of off-roading trails and hiking areas, and is a short drive to several national monuments and parks in the Four Corners region, supporting an adventurous, outdoor lifestyle. Farmington features multiple golf courses, historic downtown attractions, and local museums, supplying suburban conveniences with access to wide-open landscapes and outdoor cultural sites.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Contact will be provided by a recruiter who will outline benefits and next steps.

• Recruiter support available by text, phone, or email.
• Travel and license reimbursement may be available.

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.