Location: Socorro, NM

Start Date: 11-24-2025

End Date: 02-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, Day shift (specific start/end times not specified)

Hours per Week: 34

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' functional abilities and needs to develop personalized OT plans
• Design and implement therapeutic interventions to improve daily living and independence
• Document progress clearly and timely to meet facility and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy teammates, and families to coordinate care
• Educate residents and caregivers on strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety
• Maintain productivity standards and follow CRG policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of occupational therapy experience (job posted requires 1-3 years)
• Active Occupational Therapy license (ability to obtain New Mexico license required)
• Demonstrated SNF or skilled nursing facility experience preferred
• Comfort with productivity expectations (facility lists a 90% productivity requirement)
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code (black scrubs required)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a therapy team

Education

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT/OTR) or related field preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in OT evaluation, ADL training, and therapeutic activity planning
• Familiarity with SNF documentation, care planning, and regulatory reporting
• Ability to meet productivity targets while delivering patient-centered care
• Good time management and organizational skills to manage caseload effectively
• Team-oriented approach and strong interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your contract comfortable and convenient
• Competitive hourly pay with guaranteed hours when you are present in the building
• Medical, Dental & Vision options to keep you healthy on and off the clock
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you get credentialed in New Mexico
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and earn rewards
• Supportive therapy team and regional leadership that values your expertise
• Opportunity to work a focused 13-week contract and experience a new community
• Professional development support and access to clinical resources

Travel Perks: Explore Socorro, NM

Socorro sits at the southern edge of the Rockies and offers great outdoor access. Enjoy nearby hiking and scenic trails, birdwatching at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, stargazing and a unique visit to the nearby Very Large Array radio telescopes, and easy weekend trips for skiing and cultural events in the regional towns. Small-town charm, local dining, and outdoor recreation make this a rewarding place for a travel therapist to explore between shifts.

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