Occupational Therapist

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Training & Career Development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide rehabilitative therapy in a skilled nursing environment. The role involves evaluating patients, planning and delivering interventions, and documenting outcomes to support improved function and independence.

Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services; state licensure and SNF experience are required. We offer competitive pay ($45–$55 per hour), a full-time/part-time/PRN schedule, and benefits including

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Active Kansas state license is required.
• 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing facility environment.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL impairments and develop care plans.
• Apply standardized assessments and evidence-based interventions.
• Provide rehabilitative therapy and documentation per regulatory standards.
• Deliver ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, exercises, and modalities as prescribed.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments in medical records.
• Communicate progress and plans with supervisors and health team members.
• Prepare discharge summaries and maintain comprehensive patient records.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Rehabilitation therapy

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Active Kansas state license

Job description

PRN/Part Time/Full Time: SIGN ON BONUS

We are currently seeking a caring and dynamic Occupational Therapist who is looking for an opportunity to share your skills and experience with the best rehabilitation team! You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you

Why join our team?

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

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.

Work Schedule: Full-Time / Part-Time / PRN

Pay Rate: depending on experience - $45 - $55 an hour, depending on experience

JOB SUMMARY

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.

JOB DUTIES

• 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 patients’ 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 Kansas State Licensure

Other duties, responsibilities and actives may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice, from DOR or NHA.

REQUIREMENTS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy or related field
• Active Kansas state license
• 1+ years of experience in a skilled nursing facility environment

Affirmative Action Statement

We are 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.