Occupational Therapist (OT) Full-Time

Independence Rehab • Hemingford, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Independence Rehab is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join their team at Hemingford Community Care Center in Hemingford, NE. This role is ideal for new graduates seeking mentorship or experienced OTs desiring autonomy and a sustainable caseload. The company emphasizes stability, strong support, and protection from unrealistic facility pressure. Independence Rehab is a therapist-owned company that manages its therapy operations independently, advocating for clinicians and valuing clinical judgment. They offer low management turnover, strong corporate and personalized support, and respect for clinical judgment. Productivity expectations and working hours are flexible, family-oriented, and balance-focused. The company advocates for therapists against facility pressure and has a strong reputation with good outcomes. They do not follow a 'sink or swim' approach for new therapists, providing strong integration, onboarding, 1:1 training, customized clinical training, and ongoing mentorship.

Requirements

• Current Nebraska OT license in good standing
• Degree from an accredited OT program
• Organized, self-starter who enjoys the geriatric population
• Ability to supervise a COTA

Nice To Haves

• SNF experience preferred - but not required. New grads are welcome, and we provide structured training and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Treat a geriatric population across SNF and Transitional Care
• Functional ADL retraining and adaptive strategies
• Transfer training (all levels)
• Fall prevention and safety training
• Treatment of clinically complex patients
• Discharge planning and care coordination
• Supervision of a COTA (as needed)
• Collaboration with nursing, PT, ST, and facility staff

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Up to 3.5 weeks PTO per year
• Continuing education reimbursement up to $750/year
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level