Occupational Therapist – Home Health
Albuquerque, NM
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Facility: University of New Mexico Hospital
Hospital System: University of New Mexico Hospitals
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy - Home Health)
• Shift: 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (5x8s)
• Patient Population: Adults and Geriatrics
• Patient Load: 8-12 patients assigned
• First-time Travelers: Accepted
• Weekend Requirement: No
• On-call Requirement: None
• Floating: Clinician may float within scope to meet facility needs (no floating to sister facilities)
• Block Scheduling: Not guaranteed
• Locals: Not accepted within 75 miles radius
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week (facility may call off up to 3 times during the 13-week assignment)
• Mileage Reimbursement: Federal IRS standard mileage rate, with a 35-mile radius/territory

Licensure & Certification Requirements

• State License: New Mexico license required (pending state license accepted)
• National Certifications Required:

  • MOAB (Management of Assaultive Behavior) Certification required for all RN and allied candidates working in Behavioral Health units.

    • If not already certified, a 4-hour de-escalation course will be provided during the first week. Failure to pass may result in contract cancellation.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Additional Certifications (may be required depending on unit):

  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification (check unit-specific requirements)
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (for certain units)
  • Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) may be required
• Fingerprinting: Required for all candidates for NM Department of Health clearance; done onsite during orientation.

  • Home Health travelers (RN, OT, PT) must do a second set of fingerprints upon arrival due to potential presence of children in homes.

Health & Safety Requirements

• COVID-19 Vaccination: Required with religious and medical exemptions accepted (exemption form required)
• Flu Vaccination: Required year-round with exceptions for exemptions or declinations
• Physical Exam: Required within 1 year prior to start
• Fit Mask Test: Required within 1 year of start; specific N95 masks accepted; PAPR accommodations available if needed
• TB Testing: Negative Qgold, Tspot, or PPD within 1 year; additional requirements for past positive responders
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive IGG titer required
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive IGG titer required (history of disease not accepted)
  • Hepatitis B: Declination, series, or titer required
• Drug Testing: Negative drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted)

Documentation & Compliance

• Required Documents:

  • Valid non-local driver’s license (ID cards not accepted)
  • Social Security Card
  • State License with original NM license and 3D seal (for Radiology and other specialties)
  • Background Check: 7-year criminal history within 30 days of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within one year of start
  • Two professional references within three years
  • Skills Checklist
  • Education Verification (diploma or transcript acceptable if 3rd party verification unavailable)
  • Work History Verification (minimum 3 years)
  • TB Questionnaire (annual requirement)
  • UNMH Traveler Compliance Form
  • UNMH Emergency Contact Form (must be completed before start)
  • UNMH Background Registration Form (must be complete and accurate)
  • UNMH Welcome PowerPoint review and acknowledgement prior to start
• Work Experience Checklists and Confidentiality Statements: Not required due to crisis credentialing policies currently in place

Additional Notes

• Orientation: Includes MOAB certification course if needed, Cerner training (optional test-out available), and fingerprinting
• Remote Time Off (RTO): Requests greater than 7 days require approval
• Productivity Standards: For PT, 27 productivity points expected for a 40-hour week (weighted by visit type)
• Transportation: Location is not near public transportation; candidates must have reliable transportation and may need approval if using alternative means

This position is ideal for Occupational Therapists interested in home health travel assignments within a reputable hospital system, with a focus on adult and geriatric populations, and who meet the licensure and certification requirements outlined above.