Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,365 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 04/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Las Cruces, NM. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily living and instrumental living skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active New Mexico Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Experience with common inpatient documentation systems and charting procedures preferred.
• Ability to evaluate and treat adult and geriatric populations, including post-surgical and medically complex patients preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift name: Days.

Location Highlights

Las Cruces offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional cultural attractions. The city is adjacent to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument, about a 15–30 minute drive to hiking trails and rock climbing areas, and is within 45 minutes of the Rio Grande waterfront and Mesilla Historic District. The downtown area provides a mix of local dining, museums, and galleries within short commutes, and El Paso International Airport is approximately a 45–60 minute drive for regional travel. The locale fits an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with accessible suburban amenities and a growing arts and food scene.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• 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 as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by an AI-enhanced career app for therapy professionals.

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. Diversity and inclusion are supported.

Thank you for your time and responsiveness. Apply now to be contacted by a recruiter with additional details.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #439023. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.