Occupational Therapist

Sweetwater Care; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Career Development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver rehabilitative therapy for residents with cognitive and/or ADL functioning challenges. You will document treatment plans, progress, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.

You will supervise PTAs and rehabilitation aides, collaborate with the rehabilitation team, and ensure adherence to NBCOT/AOTA guidelines and state laws while supporting a compassionate, team-based culture.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Adherence to NBCOT/AOTA and state practice acts.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative therapy to patients with cognitive and/or ADL functioning disorders.
• Utilize standardized assessments to plan care and measure progress.
• Supervise and support physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides.

Skills

Active State Licensure

NBCOT / AOTA adherence

Supervise PTAs

Job description

At City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center, we provide a full exceptional care for our residents including Skilled Nursing, Therapy, and Memory Care. We believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most
• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Our team has a family feel and all members are appreciated, seen, and heard. Grow with us!

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Part-time
• PRN

Pay Range: $48- $58/hr

Principal Responsibilities:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing rehabilitative therapy to patients upon referral for cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders following all regulatory and clinical practice requirements. This includes recovery, improvement in function and when possible, a return to a prior level of functioning. Clinical documentation will describe objective measures and justification for continued or discontinued services.

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

• Effectively screens/evaluates patients and/ with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: ADL retraining; therapeutic activities; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; etc.
• Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy.
• Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participation in required meetings including but not limited to: patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, etc.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.
• Adherence to NBCOT /AOTA and State Required practice acts, code of conduct, ethics during professional practice as an Occupational Therapist.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.
• Active State Licensure
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice from DOR or NHA.

Affirmative Action Statement

City Scape Rehabilitation and Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.