Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Carlsbad, NM
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,592/weekOverview
- Start Date05/25/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Therapist (2 years)
- Occupational Therapist (2 years)
Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Travel Position
Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, plus one Saturday per month and holidays required
Job Description
- Provide occupational therapy evaluations and treatments for physically disabled hospitalized patients.
- Develop, implement, and modify age-appropriate treatment programs.
- Participate in care plan meetings and discharge planning.
- Perform administrative duties and participate in performance improvement activities.
- Facilitate rehabilitation to maximize patients' functional status.
- Work within a 99-bed facility including 10 inpatient rehab beds and 15 swing beds.
- Use MedHost EMR system.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in New Mexico
- Minimum 1 year of Occupational Therapist experience within the last year
- Current BLS certification
Additional Information
- Patient ratio: 1:1.
- No floating or on-call responsibilities.
- Holidays are required to work.
- 48-hour guarantees and blocked scheduling are not approved.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Carlsbad, NM
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Carlsbad, NM here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carlsbad experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carlsbad, NM, and they are relatively easy to find due to the demand from the oil and gas industry in the area.
- Carlsbad is a car-friendly city with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Carlsbad has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Carlsbad offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, exploring the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, and enjoying water sports at the Brantley Lake State Park.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events to enjoy.
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