Occupational Therapist

Mt. Baker Care Center and Summit Place Assisted Living; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Baker Care Center and Summit Place Assisted Living in Bellingham, WA, seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans to improve independence in daily living activities, mobility, and safety.

You will deliver evidence-based therapies across skilled nursing and assisted living settings, coordinate with nursing and rehabilitation teams, document assessments and progress, and educate residents, families, and staff to support ongoing

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation for adult and older adult populations.
• Foundational knowledge in Medicine and clinical care principles relevant to skilled nursing and assisted living environments.
• Strong Communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams, including clear documentation and education.
• Experience or training in Pediatrics is helpful for understanding lifespan development and adapting interventions when needed.
• Current license or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Washington.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or assisted living settings is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, manage a varied caseload, and maintain professional, respectful interactions with all residents.
• Commitment to person-centered care, safety standards, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Rehabilitation

Assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Pediatrics knowledge

Licensure WA

Long-term care

Caseload management

Person-centered care

Job description

Company Description

Mt. Baker Care Center and Summit Place Assisted Living provide compassionate, full-service skilled nursing and assisted living in a beautiful, residential setting in Bellingham, Washington. Since 1991, the community has focused on supporting residents’ well-being, value, and purposeful daily living. Residents enjoy an engaging environment where individualized care and meaningful activities are central to the experience. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality care while honoring each resident’s dignity and independence. Mt. Baker Care Center has been recognized by Assisted Living Magazine as "Best in Senior Living" for Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing in Whatcom County.

Role Description

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating residents’ functional abilities and developing individualized treatment plans to improve independence in daily living activities. Day-to-day tasks include providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, training residents in use of adaptive equipment, and collaborating with nursing, rehabilitation, and care teams to coordinate holistic care. The role involves documenting assessments, progress notes, and discharge plans, as well as educating residents, families, and staff on strategies to support safety, mobility, and quality of life. The Occupational Therapist will serve residents across skilled nursing and assisted living settings, supporting both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Bellingham, WA.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation for adult and older adult populations.
• Foundational knowledge in Medicine and clinical care principles relevant to skilled nursing and assisted living environments.
• Strong Communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams, including clear documentation and education.
• Experience or training in Pediatrics is helpful for understanding lifespan development and adapting interventions when needed.
• Current license or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Washington.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or assisted living settings is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, manage a varied caseload, and maintain professional, respectful interactions with all residents.
• Commitment to person-centered care, safety standards, and ongoing professional development.