Occupational Therapist

inReach Healthcare; Anthony (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits

Monthly incentive plan

Generous CEU allowance

Ample time off

Job summary

inReach Healthcare is seeking a full-time or part-time Occupational Therapist to join our team at Patterson Health Center in Anthony, Kansas. This role is ideal for those passionate about improving patients' quality of life within a collaborative rural healthcare environment.

The position offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Responsibilities include patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. New graduates are encouraged to apply with salaries based on experience.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Kansas OT license or eligibility upon graduation.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.
• Experience in rural healthcare or interest in serving rural communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations to determine patient needs and goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on independence.
• Implement therapeutic interventions addressing daily activities.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Supervise and mentor COTAs.

Skills

Strong clinical reasoning

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong documentation skills

Time-management skills

Education

Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy

Current Kansas OT license or eligibility

Job description

InReach Rehab is seeking a flexible and dedicated full-time or part-time Occupational Therapist to join our team at Patterson Health Center in Anthony, Kansas. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and enhance their quality of life in a collaborative rural healthcare environment.

InReach Rehab is a family-oriented company committed to strengthening rural rehabilitation teams. We proudly support 21 hospitals, primarily across the Midwest, providing clinicians with the opportunity to grow within a connected and supportive network. We view our employees as our greatest resource and invest in their success through mentorship, teamwork, and professional development. Our compensation package includes competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, a monthly incentive plan, a generous CEU allowance, and ample time off. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with salary based on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations to determine patient needs, goals, and functional capabilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on improving independence, safety, and performance in daily activities.
• Implement therapeutic interventions addressing ADLs, IADLs, strength, coordination, cognition, and functional mobility.
• Fabricate, fit, or recommend adaptive equipment and provide patient/caregiver training on its use.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Supervise and mentor COTAs and guide their contributions to patient treatment plans.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust interventions to achieve optimal functional outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on strategies, home programs, and safety practices to support ongoing progress.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (or anticipated graduation).
• Current Kansas OT license or eligibility upon graduation.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.
• Experience in rural healthcare or interest in serving rural communities.
• Comfort supervising and collaborating with COTAs.
• Strong documentation and time-management skills.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.

InReach is an E-Verify employer. Posters available upon request.