Occupational Therapist
Alamogordo, NM
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Alamogordo, NM, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and BLS certification.

Details

• Hospital-based occupational therapy setting
• Full-time schedule, 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts
• 13-week assignment length

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required
• New Mexico Occupational Therapist license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred

Additional Information

• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care programs to help patients regain physical and social stability and relearn daily living activities
• Design treatment plans and recommend rehabilitation programs based on individual patient needs and capabilities
• Use physical exercises, adaptive equipment, and computer programs to improve patient strength, coordination, and cognitive skills
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams through ward rounds, patient care conferences, and consultations
• May work with varied populations including children, elderly, or mental health patients
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation per facility policies
• Comply with facility dress code and policies
• Candidates must be located more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel rate
• Local candidates may be considered if the position is marked as accepting locals
• Previous CHRISTUS employees must have a 6-month separation period before being eligible for a travel assignment