Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist
Albuquerque, NM
Towne U.S. LLC
5x8 hrs, Days

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility setting. This position focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to a primarily geriatric population, including short-term rehab patients and long-term care residents. 

The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions designed to restore functional independence, improve safety, and enhance overall quality of life. This role requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, productivity-driven environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and establish individualized plans of care 

• Provide skilled treatment targeting ADLs, functional mobility, strength, balance, cognition, and safety awareness 

• Implement fall prevention strategies and environmental modifications 

• Recommend and train residents in adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques 

• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, recerts, and discharge summaries 

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including PT, SLP, nursing, and case management 

• Supervise and direct COTAs in accordance with state practice guidelines 

• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring patient-centered care 

Ideal Candidate: 

• Active OT license in practicing state 

• SNF or geriatric experience preferred 

• Strong clinical reasoning and time management skills 

• Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term care caseloads 

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and committed to driving meaningful functional outcomes in a team-oriented environment.