Occupational Therapist - Part-time

Bellingham South of Cascadia LLC; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Bellingham, WA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help residents regain independence through personalized therapy in a team-based skilled nursing environment. The position pays $53.00–$58.00 per hour, depending on experience, and requires graduation from an accredited OT program, current state license, CPR, and prior long-term care experience.

You will assess patients, design treatment plans, supervise assistants, and collaborate with families

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current CPR certification.
• Six months of long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients' medical condition, functional abilities, and rehabilitation potential.
• Design and implement individualized treatment programs with goals under physician direction.
• Document patient progress and communicate with patients, families, and the care team.
• Delegate appropriate tasks to COTAs and provide clinical supervision.
• Direct COTAs and Rehab Aides while ensuring compliance with State Practice Acts.

Skills

Strong communicator

Team player

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Education

Graduate of accredited OT program

Job description

Description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia | Bellingham, WA

$53.00-$58.00 Per Hr. (Depending on Experience)

Make a Real Difference — Every Day

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia is looking for a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll help residents regain independence, confidence, and quality of life through personalized, hands-on care — all while being part of a supportive, team-oriented skilled nursing environment.

If you're passionate about helping others reach their fullest potential and want to grow your career in a facility that values clinical excellence and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Assess referred patients' medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehabilitation potential
• Design and administer individualized treatment programs with clear, achievable goals under physician direction
• Document patient progress and communicate status/needs to patients, families, and the care team
• Delegate appropriate treatment to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and provide clinical supervision
• Direct COTAs and Rehab Aides in skilled tasks, ensuring compliance with State Practice Acts and OBRA
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary staff
• Participate in care planning, utilization review, case management, and family conferences
• Educate patients and families on occupational therapy techniques and home strategies

What You Bring

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy

Licensure/Certification:

Current state license as an Occupational Therapist

Current CPR certification

Experience:

Six months of long-term care experience preferred (new grads with strong clinical training encouraged to apply)

Skills:

• Strong communicator who can explain treatment plans clearly to residents, families, and staff
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and professionalism
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable team player

Why Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia?

We're proud to offer a workplace where clinical staff are respected, supported, and given the resources to do their best work for the residents we serve in the Bellingham community.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education:

Must have graduated from an accredited school of occupational therapy.

Licenses/Certification:

Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.

Current CPR certification.

Experience:

Six months experience in a long term care environment preferred.

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy

Licenses/Certification:

Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.

Current CPR certification.

Experience:

Six months experience in a long term care environment preferred.

Skills:

Strong communicator who can explain treatment plans clearly to residents, families, and staff

Commitment to patient confidentiality and professionalism

Reliable, punctual, and dependable team player

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.