Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Cheyenne, WY is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide direct rehab services to patients per physician referral. This PRN position requires NBCOT certification and active state licensure, with 1 year of experience preferred but new grads welcome.

CPR certification is required or obtained during orientation. You will join a team dedicated to high-quality care, collaborate with OTAs, rehab aides, and other staff, and support patient goals while adhering

Qualifications

• NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal optional
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (BSOT or MSOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State; active license required
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation; CPR must remain current

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (ADLs)
• Establish, assess, and modify 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Body mechanics

Education

BSOT or MSOT

NBCOT certification

State licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Join a top-rated, high-performing team at LCC of Cheyenne—where your career can grow, your skills are valued, and your work truly matters. We’re proud to be part of a national network of 200+ Skilled Nursing Facilities, giving you access to unmatched resources, training, and professional development.

Our facility holds a 5-Star CMS rating, a 5-Star Quality Measures rating, and was named a High-Performing center for Short-Term Rehab and Long-Term Care in 2026 by U.S. News & World Report. Excellence isn’t just a goal here—it’s our standard.

Why Candidates Choose Us

• Mentorship & New Grad Support — Launch your career with confidence.
• Collaborative In-House Therapy — Work side-by-side with engaged therapy professionals.
• Continuing Education — Keep growing with CE, training, and leadership pathways.
• Strong Team Culture — Supportive, positive, and built for success.

Compensation Range

• 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’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer