Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Albuquerque, NM
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: OT Inpatient Rehab

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Specialty

• Therapy/Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy - Inpatient Rehab)
• Required Years of Experience: 1 year (higher value confirmed)
• First-time travel candidates are welcome (no prior travel experience required)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy)
• New Mexico State License (pending NM license acceptable)

Work Schedule

• Inpatient Days

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• I9 form (for direct candidates)
• Driver’s License/State ID
• E-Verify (for direct candidates)
• 7-year Background Check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks upon hire
• Education Verification (highest level of education must be verified)
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (New Mexico placements only)
• Physical Exam within 12 months of start
• Fit Mask Test within 1 year of start, must be renewed annually
• Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required

Additional Requirements

• Unit-specific Skills Checklist (annual)
• Work History Verification (7 years)
• Complete Application/Resume required

Notes

• Fingerprinting must be redone for every new contract.
• Fingerprints are completed onsite during orientation; clearance takes 1-3 business days.
• Candidates can attend orientation and EPIC training pending fingerprint clearance but cannot work on the unit until clearance is received.
• Clear headshot photo required for badge.
• Various competency exams and safety manual acknowledgments may be required as applicable.

This position is suitable for occupational therapists with at least 1 year of experience who are interested in a 13-week travel contract in inpatient rehabilitation in New Mexico. First-time travel therapists are encouraged to apply.