Full-time Occupational Therapist
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Job Description
- Job Location: The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho - Rio Rancho, NM
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: Undisclosed
Join Our Team at The Neighborhood at Rio Rancho in Rio Rancho, NM! Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist (OT) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! The Neighborhood at Rio Rancho in Rio Rancho, NM, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a Full-time Occupational Therapist.
Offering a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus! *Only direct applicants qualify for Bonus* About Us: The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho, located near the Sandia Mountains, puts you and our residents close to everything Albuquerque has to offer!
As a Life Plan Community, the neighborhood offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory Support in our tight-knit community. Plus, there are loads of convenient amenities you won’t find in just any neighborhood, including spaces for creative arts, self-improvement, and fun.
Joining the therapy team at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho means being part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to enhancing the well-being of residents through compassionate care and cutting-edge rehabilitation services.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Qualifications
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist shall screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, discharge plan and make revisions in any established plan of care as supervised by the Physician.
Qualifications: Bachelor's, Master’s or Doctorate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
Active state license Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.
Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law. #URG1
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will screen, evaluate, and develop treatment plans for residents under the supervision of a physician. They are responsible for implementing rehabilitation services and managing discharge planning to enhance resident well-being.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program. An active state license and relevant certifications are required to practice.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 40% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $94k (middle half $85k–$104k)222 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Mexico index 92.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in New Mexico | 56 active | 9,138 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 40% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | US Occupational Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Functional Pathways | #10 of 13 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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