Inpatient Occupational Therapist
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital

Job Opportunity: Inpatient Occupational Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapist)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist
• First-time travelers are welcome (no prior travel experience required)

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• NBCOT Certification
• New Mexico State License (pending NM license is acceptable)

Work Schedule

• Dayshift

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required upon hire
• Education verification of highest level required (transcript or diploma may be accepted temporarily)
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (specific to New Mexico placements)
• Work history verification for the past 7 years

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (annual renewal required)
• Adult Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• TB questionnaire for positive TB results (annual renewal)
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; boosters if titers are negative/equivocal
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted
• Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented history required; boosters if titers are negative/equivocal
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• 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 (declinations not accepted)

Additional Certifications (As Applicable)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (80% passing score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
• Color Blind Testing (online)
• Profession-specific competency exams (minimum 80% passing score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
• Annual core testing for subcontractors

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Clear headshot photo for badge
• Fingerprint consent form must be signed prior to start (for New Mexico placements)
• Employee vehicle registration form completion prior to start

Notes

• Orientation and EPIC training can be attended pending fingerprint clearance, but work on unit cannot begin until clearance is received.
• All documentation must be current and compliant with facility and state regulations.

This position is ideal for Occupational Therapists with at least 1 year of experience seeking a travel contract opportunity in New Mexico with a reputable healthcare system. First-time travelers are encouraged to apply.