Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Aurora seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide direct rehab care and contribute to patient recovery plans. The role requires NBCOT, state licensure, and CPR credentials, with a preference for 1 year of experience though new grads are welcome to apply.

Expect interaction with a multidisciplinary team and compliant care delivery in a post-acute setting. Responsibilities include applying treatment plans, documenting progress, and ensuring high-quality patient care

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional.
• BSOT or MSOT degree from accredited program.
• Active state license in good standing required.
• CPR certification required; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients.
• Establish and modify measurable goals for patients.
• Oversee care provided by OTAs and Rehab Aides.
• Chart accurately and timely patient progress.
• Use therapy software for documentation and planning.
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for patient needs.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality, and compliance standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

BSOT or MSOT

NBCOT certification

State license in good standing

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email (Outlook)

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 42 Shift: Days

$5,000 sign on bonus for full time

Life Care Center of Aurora provides the perfect combination of scenery, quality, and wellness. With mountain views fromourrehabilitation gym and dining rooms,ournursing home is a perfect choiceforindividuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:

• 5-Star Overall CMS Rating
• U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for 2026
• 4.4 Google Star Rating out of 240 reviews
• Recognized as an “800 Club” member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com

Life CareCenterof Aurora offers:

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed Continuing Education Units (CEUs) of choice

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $42 to $52
• PRN: $50 to $55

Position Summary

The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
• Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)
• Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
• Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language