Occupational Therapist - SNF - Full-Time

Hillcrest Health & Living; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Millard in Omaha, NE is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team, focusing on helping residents regain independence through personalized plans and multidisciplinary collaboration.

You will evaluate residents, design treatment plans for ADLs, mobility, cognition, and safety, and support discharge planning while promoting safety and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Nebraska OT license or a compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized plans of care.
• Deliver therapy to improve ADLs, mobility, safety, and cognition.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and therapy teams to coordinate care.
• Supervise therapy assistants and ensure proper documentation and charging.
• Assist with discharge planning and transitions between care settings.
• Maintain resident safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Patient education

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Nebraska OT license or compact state

BLS certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Hillcrest Millard

Location: 13225 Millard Ave, Omaha, NE 68137

Service Line: Hillcrest Millard/Innovate Rehab & Wellness

Schedule: Full-Time

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team at Hillcrest Millard in Omaha, NE.

Hillcrest Millard is a skilled nursing community offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in a supportive, resident-centered setting. Our therapy team works closely with nursing, providers, residents, families, and interdisciplinary partners to help individuals regain independence, rebuild confidence, and return to the activities that matter most.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. Whether you are a new graduate ready to begin your Occupational Therapy career or an experienced clinician looking for a meaningful next step, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact every day.

What You’ll Do

As an Occupational Therapist, you will evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans that support independence with daily living skills, mobility, safety, cognition, and meaningful routines.

You will use evidence-based treatment approaches while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to help residents achieve functional goals and experience the highest possible quality of life.

You Will

• Complete occupational therapy evaluations using appropriate assessments and establish individualized plans of care.
• Deliver therapy treatments that support progress toward functional goals, safety, and independence.
• Help residents improve activities of daily living, functional mobility, self-care, cognition, and home-management skills.
• Adjust treatment plans based on resident progress, clinical judgment, and established goals.
• Educate residents and family members on treatment plans, safety strategies, adaptive equipment, and recommendations for continued care.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation, charging, and required clinical records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners to coordinate resident care.
• Assist with discharge planning, equipment recommendations, and transitions between care settings.
• Supervise and delegate appropriate care to therapy assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and support staff in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Identify residents who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services.
• Maintain a strong focus on resident safety, infection control, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is clinically curious, compassionate, and committed to helping aging adults live as independently as possible.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. This is a strong opportunity for an early-career OT who wants hands-on experience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the chance to develop clinical confidence in a supportive rehabilitation setting.

Experienced OTs will also find meaningful opportunities to apply advanced clinical judgment, mentor others, help guide care transitions, and make a lasting impact on resident outcomes.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A passion for helping residents regain skills, confidence, and independence.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with residents, families, providers, and team members.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow within a collaborative therapy environment.
• Strong clinical judgment or the desire to build it through mentorship and experience.
• Ability to stay organized, complete accurate documentation, and manage competing priorities.
• A calm, flexible, and professional approach in changing or stressful situations.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, hospital, home health, outpatient, or a similar setting is welcomed but not required.

Education & Credentials

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program required.
• Active Occupational Therapist license in Nebraska or a compact state required.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.

Why Hillcrest?

At Hillcrest Millard, rehabilitation is about more than treatment sessions. It is about helping residents restore routines, regain confidence, and safely return to the activities that give their lives meaning.

As an Occupational Therapist, your work will directly impact residents’ independence, safety, comfort, and quality of life. You will be part of a collaborative team that recognizes every milestone and supports residents through each stage of recovery.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, and movement as needed.
• Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Other duties as assigned.