What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location in Carlsbad, NM.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active New Mexico state OT license required to start the assignment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. (AHA or ARC accepted.)
- Minimum 1 year of clinical experience required.
- Acute care experience required.
- Willingness to work holidays as required by the facility.
- Ability to work one Saturday per month as required by the facility.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide more information.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Hospital
- Shift Name: Days
- Shift Details: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- One Saturday per month required
- Holidays required
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Candidates must hold or obtain New Mexico state licensure prior to start.
Location Highlights
Carlsbad offers access to outdoor recreation and a quiet, small-city lifestyle. Carlsbad Caverns National Park is approximately 20 miles from the city center and provides cave tours and hiking opportunities, while Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park is within a short drive and features wildlife exhibits and desert trails. The area is located along U.S. Route 285, offering direct driving connections to Roswell (about 75 miles northwest) and Artesia (about 35 miles northwest), supporting an easy commute for weekend travel. Carlsbad’s local culture includes a historic downtown district, annual community events, and options for fishing and boating on the nearby Pecos River, fitting an outdoors-oriented, relaxed lifestyle.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits begin on assignment start date.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join our team as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility and stability. Full-time travel contracts include benefits and relocation assistance and allow you to work in diverse clinical settings. Your recruiter will explain options for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.