Location: Albuquerque, NM

Start Date: 02-09-2026

End Date: 05-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, Day shift (typical work hours: days; exact start/end times not specified)

Hours per Week: 36

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

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy services as a skilled COTA in a skilled nursing facility
• Implement individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence
• Document patient progress clearly and promptly in accordance with CRG policies and procedures
• Collaborate closely with the therapy team and nursing staff to coordinate care
• Maintain productivity standards and contribute to a positive, efficient therapy environment
• Follow facility dress code and professional expectations, including wearing black scrubs

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential
• 1-3 years of experience (as listed) — experience in SNF or similar settings preferred
• Able to work on-site and be present in the building to receive guaranteed hours
• Able to meet productivity expectations (therapist productivity requirement 92%)
• Available by the requested start date of 2026-02-09

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of occupational therapy interventions appropriate for skilled nursing residents
• Skilled in patient assessment, treatment implementation, and progress documentation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to work with interdisciplinary teams
• Time management and organizational skills to meet productivity standards
• Familiarity with SNF workflows and regulatory/documentation expectations

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options to help you feel at home while on assignment
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for your future
• Life insurance and other protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between great patient care days
• Travel reimbursement and support to make your commute easy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program — tell a friend, earn a reward
• A supportive therapy team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Explore the best of Albuquerque during your contract: ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for sweeping mountain and city views, hike the trails of the Sandia Mountains, wander historic Old Town with its shops and adobe architecture, visit Petroglyph National Monument for outdoor history, stroll along the Rio Grande Bosque, check out the ABQ BioPark and cultural offerings at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, and enjoy easy day trips to Santa Fe for art and dining. Don’t miss local New Mexican cuisine and the many outdoor recreation opportunities nearby.

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