Travel Occupational Therapist
Carlsbad, NM
Supplemental Health Care
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,818/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Benefits start day 1
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Discount program
- Health savings account
Description
Job Description:
Supplemental Health Care is hiring Acute Care Occupational Therapists to work at a partnering hospital in Carlsbad, New Mexico. We bring more than 30 years of experience and a reputation for excellence to every healthcare professional we support.
Acute Care Occupational Therapist Contract Details:
- $1,660 – $1,818 per week*
- 13-week contract with possibility of extension
- Hospital
- Occupational Therapists will help patients regain as well as maintain the skills they need to live and work independently
- Occupational Therapists will provide OT treatment and patient care according to facility guidelines
- Occupational Therapists will need to have effective communication skills for working with patients, their families, and other caregivers.
- Occupational Therapists may be asked to delegate and supervise occupational therapist assistants
- *Estimated weekly payment may include both taxable wages and tax-free reimbursements for meals, housing, and incidentals. Please speak with a recruiter for details.
Please apply online now for immediate consideration for this Occupational Therapist opportunity or to connect with our team about all of the OT options in New Mexico.
Supplemental Health Care offers a wide variety of industry-leading benefits including:
- Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance to provide you with the coverage you need whenever you need it.
- Round the clock support. No matter where you are or what time it is, Supplemental Health Care is standing by.
- Our Share the Care program is the most dynamic, profitable referral program in the industry. To learn more about Share the Care, check out shccares.com/referrals.
- SHC offers a 401k Retirement Savings Program to both full-time and part-time employees with a wide range of investment options.
- Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University. Through our online CEU options, you have access to the courses you need on your schedule.
Requirements:
- Current Occupational Therapy licensure in New Mexico
- BLS
- Experience: Minimum 1-year as an Occupational Therapist
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and facility personnel
Supplemental Health Care will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192, Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). For this type of employment, Kentucky state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment.
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Employer
Supplemental Health Care
5 nurses recommend working with Supplemental Health Care
As recipients of the Best in Staffing Awards for both Client and Talent, Supplemental Health Care is proud to be among only 2% of staffing companies singled out for the distinction based on the real feedback of our employees and the clients we serve. SHC has also earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and is named among the Largest Health Care Staffing companies in the United States by Staffing Industry Analysts.
We are also thrilled to recognize our very own SLP, Dr. Kelly Byrd as the American Staffing Association 2024 National Staffing Employee of the Year and Health Care Sector All-Star. We’re honored to connect Dr. Byrd to employment, share her incredible story, and support her family literacy nonprofit.
For everyone that we serve, SHC is the place where caring hearts thrive.
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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