Travel Occupational Therapist Job

Embark on a meaningful journey as an Occupational Therapist in Gallup, New Mexico, where your clinical expertise and compassionate approach directly translate into enhanced participation and independence for diverse clients. In this multi-week assignment starting 03/30/2026, you will assess, plan, and implement personalized interventions that support children, teens, adults, and seniors in regaining everyday function, mastering activities of daily living, and navigating transitional milestones. Your work will weave together sensory processing strategies, fine and gross motor development, cognitive rehabilitation, adaptive equipment training, and patient and family education, enabling people to reclaim confidence and community engagement. Beyond therapy, you’ll become part of a culturally rich landscape—an area famed for its sunsets, vast skies, red rock formations, and deep heritage—where landscapes range from rolling mesas to canyons, and where the pace invites thoughtful, relationship-centered care. The beauty of New Mexico—the Land of Enchantment—provides a backdrop for both professional fulfillment and personal renewal.

Location Benefits: Gallup sits at the crossroads of cultures and landscapes, offering affordable living, a supportive community, and access to outdoor adventures that balance work with restorative downtime. Working here gives you a strong, close-knit team experience while also presenting the opportunity to travel to other U.S. locations through our program, expanding your clinical exposure across pediatric, adolescent, and adult practice settings. You’ll enjoy a stable schedule, with guaranteed hours and a weekly pay scale that recognizes your expertise, plus the chance to immerse yourself in regional arts, history, and nature. The region’s welcoming environment makes it easier to build lasting professional relationships, while the broader company network opens doors to diverse assignments across the country when you’re ready to explore.

Role Specifics and Benefits: In this OT role, your core responsibilities include comprehensive patient evaluations, goal-oriented treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and progress documentation aligned with best practice standards. You’ll design occupation-based activities that address activities of daily living, motor planning, coordination, endurance, and sensory integration, with an emphasis on home programs and caregiver coaching. You’ll collaborate with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, teachers, and families to ensure continuity of care and smooth transitions from clinic to home or school. As you grow in the specialty, you’ll have access to ongoing clinical mentorship, opportunities to specialize in pediatric or adult OT, and pathways to take on leadership roles in program development or quality improvement initiatives. Our benefits package is designed to recognize your value: competitive weekly pay within the listed range of $1,502 to $1,632, a sign-on or performance-based bonus program, housing assistance or accommodation support, and extension opportunities that allow you to lengthen or renew assignments as you see fit. You’ll receive broad-based support, including comprehensive onboarding, ongoing clinical resources, and 24/7 assistance from our travel support team to address scheduling, housing, travel, and any on-site needs. You’ll work within a culture that values evidence-based practice, reflects diverse communities, and emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care.

Company Values: We are committed to empowering our clinicians with autonomy, mentorship, and continuous learning. The organization prioritizes professional development, from in-service training to access to specialty certifications, conferences, and leadership pathways. A collaborative, respectful environment ensures your insights are heard and your professional voice grows within multidisciplinary teams. We foster work-life balance, recognize achievements, and support your well-being as a core element of high-quality care. The network’s back-end infrastructure is designed to reduce administrative burden, so you can focus on evidence-informed practice and meaningful patient outcomes.

Call to Action: If you’re ready to apply your OT expertise in a region rich with culture and natural beauty while advancing your career through a supportive, growth-oriented framework, join us. This is your chance to contribute to transformative care, expand your professional repertoire, and travel with a partner that prioritizes your development and well-being. To begin the journey, submit your application today and become part of a team that values your impact and invests in your future.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

Why Travelers Choose HealthForce

• Competitive weekly pay


• Fast credentialing


• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support


• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement

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