Therapist / Occupational Therapist / New Mexico / Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School) Job

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: 8/31/2026 Available Shifts: 7.5 D Pay Rate: $2343.00 - $2414.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a school district in Carlsbad, NM to provide an Occupational Therapist (OT) for the 26/27 school year.You will work in-person with students, assessing their functional abilities and developing targeted intervention strategies. Responsibilities include implementing individualized and group therapy plans, collaborating with district staff, participating in IEP meetings, and consulting with teachers and families to facilitate carryover of strategies. You will monitor progress and provide guidance on adaptive equipment and classroom modifications. Required qualifications are a valid Occupational Therapist license in New Mexico and familiarity with IEP processes. Previous experience in school settings and strong communication skills are preferred.Carlsbad offers access to Carlsbad Caverns National Park, hiking, river recreation, and vibrant local dining. The city provides a welcoming community and unique outdoor adventures.AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist assignment in Carlsbad, NM.

Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, School
Experience: New Grad Accepted

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in NM

Preferred Qualifications
Initial certification through NBCOT
Clear, articulate communication skills
Ability to explain results to a varied audience
Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
Completion of a criminal record and background check

Facility Location
Situated along the Pecos River, Carlsbad is a hub of tourism and of the New Mexico's most livable cities. The city is perhaps best known for Carlsbad Caverns, and rightly so. The spectacular caverns must be seen to be believed are a significant tourist draw for the city. In addition to the caverns, the nearby Guadalupe Mountains National Park offers yet even more opportunity to experience the region's outdoor splendor.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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