Occupational Therapist

Career Links; WaKeeney (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Professional growth opportunities

Team-based hospital culture

Modern rehabilitation equipment

Job summary

Career Links in Kansas seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our hospital-based therapy team. This role evaluates and treats patients with physical, cognitive, and functional impairments in acute or inpatient settings.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Competitive pay with shift differentials, strong team collaboration, continuing education, and access to modern rehabilitation equipment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Kansas State OT License (or eligibility for licensure).
• NBCOT certification required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients’ functional abilities and needs.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to promote independence in daily living activities.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, adaptive equipment recommendations, and patient/family education.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Accurately document patient progress and outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Occupational Therapist- New Graduates Encouraged to Apply!

At Career Links, you'll find everything that makes being a therapist and healthcare professional so appealing. Here, rewarding assignments, exciting locations and great perks come together to offer amazing opportunities to healthcare professionals.

We take pride in successfully pairing the best healthcare professionals with top-notch facilities nationwide. Our commitment is to serve you with understanding, integrity, and professionalism.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our hospital-based therapy team. The OT will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, and functional impairments in an acute or inpatient setting. This role is ideal for a clinician passionate about helping patients return to meaningful daily activities and independence.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients’ functional abilities and needs.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to promote independence in daily living activities.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, adaptive equipment recommendations, and patient/family education.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Accurately document patient progress and outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Kansas State OT License (or eligibility for licensure).
• NBCOT certification required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and performance incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Supportive interdisciplinary team and collaborative hospital culture.
• Access to modern rehabilitation equipment and technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.