Occupational Therapist (OT)

Apploi; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Continuing education support

Job summary

Puyallup Post Acute in Puyallup, WA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence in daily activities and return home safely. You’ll build treatment plans with clinical freedom and collaborate with a rehab team to support recovery after surgery, illness, or injury.

Requires an OT degree (MOT/MSOT/OTD), Washington license or eligibility, NBCOT certification, and experience in skilled nursing or post-acute rehab with EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• Must have MOT/MSOT/OTD from an accredited OT program.
• Hold Washington state OT license or be eligible and NBCOT certified.
• Experience in skilled nursing, post-acute, or rehab is preferred.
• Proficient in documenting in EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete OT evaluations per physician orders and payer guidelines.
• Build individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs, safety, and independence.
• Provide hands-on therapy and co-treat with PT, SLP, and nursing.
• Screen residents who could benefit from OT services.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on progress and safe discharge strategies.
• Guide COTAs, rehab techs, and students in treatment planning.
• Document evals, daily notes, and progress summaries in EMR.
• Help develop new rehab programs and protocols with the Rehab Director.
• Lead in-services to share expertise with the team.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

OT degree (MOT/MSOT/OTD)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – $42–$69/hr | Puyallup Post Acute

Are you an Occupational Therapist who loves helping patients get back to the things that matter: dressing themselves, cooking a meal, going home safely? At Puyallup Post Acute, you’ll guide patients through recovery after surgery, illness, or injury. You’ll have the clinical freedom to build meaningful treatment plans and a rehab team that works with you.

Pay: $42–$69 per hour, based on experience
Location: Puyallup, WA
Reports to: Facility Rehab Director

What You’ll Do

• Complete OT evaluations per physician orders and payer guidelines
• Build individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs, safety, and independence
• Provide hands‑on treatment and co‑treat with PT, SLP, and nursing
• Screen residents who could benefit from occupational therapy
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on progress and safe discharge strategies
• Give COTAs, rehab techs, and students clear direction on treatment plans
• Document evals, daily notes, and progress summaries in the EMR and rehab systems
• Help develop new rehab programs and protocols with your Rehab Director
• Lead in‑services to share your expertise with the team

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay: $42–$69/hr
• Meaningful work: help patients regain independence and return home
• Team‑based care: work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Room to grow: continuing education and a voice in building new programs
• Supportive leadership: a Rehab Director who wants you to succeed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Continuing education support

What You’ll Need

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program (MOT, MSOT, or OTD)
• Current Washington State Occupational Therapist license (or eligible) and NBCOT certification
• Skilled nursing, post‑acute, or rehab experience preferred
• Comfortable documenting in EMR systems
• Strong clinical judgment and clear communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with assistance and to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the day
• Annual TB screening and physical exam required

Puyallup Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.