Occupational Therapist

inReach Rehab; Maine; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentive plan

CEU allowance

Ample time off

Job summary

InReach Rehab is seeking a flexible, dedicated Occupational Therapist (or COTA) to join our team at Houlton Regional Hospital in Houlton, Maine. Full-time or part-time roles welcome, with a focus on helping patients regain independence in a collaborative rural setting.

The compensation package includes competitive wages, a monthly incentive plan, CEU allowance, and generous time off. New graduates are encouraged to apply; salary is based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Maine OT license or eligibility upon graduation.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.
• Experience or interest in rural healthcare.
• Willingness to supervise COTAs and collaborate with the team.
• Strong documentation and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations to determine patient needs and goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve independence and function.
• Implement interventions addressing ADLs, IADLs, strength, cognition, and mobility.
• Fabricate or recommend adaptive equipment and train patients/caregivers.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries timely.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
• Supervise and mentor COTAs and guide treatment plans.
• Monitor responses and adjust interventions for outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on strategies and home programs.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality initiatives.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to team culture.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Documentation

Rural healthcare interest

Supervising COTAs

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Maine OT license or eligibility

Job description

InReach Rehab is seeking a flexible and dedicated full-time or part-time Occupational Therapist (or COTA) to join our team at Houlton Regional Hospital in Houlton, Maine. 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 23 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 Maine 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.