Occupational Therapist

Sweetwater Care; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Time Off

Career development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Topeka, KS is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our skilled nursing rehabilitation team. You will provide cognitive and ADL-focused therapy to residents, helping them regain independence and improve quality of life.

We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for ongoing training and career growth. Sign-on bonus available for full-time candidates.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Screen/evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL disorders and develop a care plan.
• Use standardized assessments to support interventions.
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled treatment per regulatory requirements.
• Administer ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, exercises, modalities and assistive devices.
• Record progress and adjust treatments in the clinical record.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and refer as needed.
• Discharge summary of services per regulatory requirements.
• Document all required information in the electronic health records.
• Supervise PT assistants, rehabilitation aides, or students as needed.
• Adhere to NBCOT/AOTA and state practice acts and company policies.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

PRN/Part Time/Full Time

$5,000 sign on bonus for Full Time!

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 - $47 - $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.
• Assess 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.