Occupational Therapist - SNF - Full-Time

Hillcrest Health Services • Omaha, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Innovate Rehab and Wellness is looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our therapy team at Hillcrest Millard in Omaha, NE. Hillcrest Millard is a skilled nursing community that provides short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in a supportive, resident-centered environment. Our therapy team works closely with nursing, providers, residents, families, and interdisciplinary partners to help individuals rebuild independence, confidence, and daily function following illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who values clinical excellence, teamwork, and helping residents return to the activities that matter most.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Prior Occupational Therapy experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, hospital, home health, or a similar setting preferred.
• Two or more years of Occupational Therapy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions.
• Experience supporting residents with activities of daily living, functional mobility, cognitive needs, and discharge planning.
• Ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, providers, and team members.
• Strong clinical documentation and care-planning skills.
• A calm, flexible, and professional approach in changing or stressful situations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans that support independence with daily living skills, mobility, safety, and meaningful routines.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Multiple health care plan options.
• Vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, certifications, and more.
• Student loan repayment assistance for eligible nursing roles.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.

What This Job Offers

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