Acute Care OT: Patient-Centered Impact

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center in Salida, CO seeks an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to serve in acute care. Provide client-centered occupational therapy across preventive, acute, and rehabilitative care, helping patients maximize independence.

Requires CO OT license (or permit) and CPR certification. Join a compassionate rehab team delivering high-quality care with a community-focused lifestyle in the Rocky Mountains.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an OT bachelor's program with advanced degree options.
• Colorado OT license or permit in process; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered OT across preventive, acute, and rehabilitative care.
• Support physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory needs to promote independence and participation.
• Assist with mental health screening, assessment, and care coordination.

Skills

Client-centered care

Team collaboration

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy

Master's or Doctorate in OT

Job description

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center in Salida, CO seeks an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to serve in acute care. Provide client-centered occupational therapy across preventive, acute, and rehabilitative care, helping patients maximize independence.

Requires CO OT license (or permit) and CPR certification. Join a compassionate rehab team delivering high-quality care with a community-focused lifestyle in the Rocky Mountains.