Occupational Therapist (OT)

HopeWest; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Employer-paid life insurance

PTO and medical leave

Job summary

HopeWest is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help older adults maintain independence and quality of life. You will evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to support safety and daily living skills.

The role offers home-based safety assessments, center-based therapy, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to provide comprehensive care. New grads welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current NBCOT registration.
• Current Colorado Occupational Therapist license (or ability to obtain before employment).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, and implements individualized OT treatment programs.
• Performs home-based safety assessments and skilled interventions in the day center.
• Coordinates DME and other supportive services to promote independence.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in OT

NBCOT registration

Colorado OT license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus | New Grads Welcome!

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping older adults maintain their independence and quality of life? At HopeWest PACE, you'll build meaningful relationships with participants while working alongside an interdisciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional, whole-person care.

Whether you're an experienced Occupational Therapist or a new graduate ready to begin your career, we'd love to meet you.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. This role supports participants in achieving optimal independence, safety, and quality of life through therapeutic interventions aligned with interdisciplinary care plans. The OT provides a combination of home-based safety assessments, skilled therapeutic interventions in the day center, and coordination of durable medical equipment (DME) and other supportive services to promote participant independence and quality of life.

Why Join HopeWest PACE?

As an Occupational Therapist, you'll evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans that empower participants to safely remain in their homes and communities. You'll help improve strength, mobility, daily living skills, and confidence while collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

Every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting impact on someone's independence and well-being.

What is PACE?

PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a nationally recognized Medicare and Medicaid program that provides comprehensive medical and supportive services for older adults who wish to continue living safely at home.

As the population of older adults continues to grow in the Grand Junction area, the need for compassionate healthcare professionals has never been greater. Joining HopeWest means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that is transforming the way seniors receive care.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Current NBCOT registration
• Current Colorado Occupational Therapist license (or ability to obtain before employment)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Occupational Therapy experience
• Experience working with older adults or geriatric populations

We're Looking for Someone Who Has

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and adaptive equipment
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to care
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health records (EHR)
• The ability to communicate professionally and compassionately in a variety of settings, including emotionally sensitive situations

What We Offer

We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our participants.

Compensation & Financial Benefits

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive pay: $41.58-$46.00/h · based on experience
• Up to 3% employer match on your 403(b) retirement plan
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Additional pay for bilingual fluency
• Tuition reimbursement program

Health & Wellness

• Medical (UMR), Dental (Delta Dental), and Vision (VSP) coverage beginning the month after your start date
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Begin accruing PTO and medical leave immediately

Additional Perks

• 15% employee discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery and Heirlooms
• Supportive team culture focused on collaboration and professional growth
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults every day

Why HopeWest?

At HopeWest, our mission is more than healthcare-it's about helping people live with dignity, purpose, and compassion. Our team members are the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired.

HopeWest proudly honors those who have served and encourages veterans to apply.

If you're looking for a career where your expertise truly changes lives, we'd love to welcome you to our team.