Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
About The Position
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. This is a wonderful opportunity for new graduates as the team boasts a wealth of experience, mentoring students, and each other, as well as having a varied population. Life Care of Longmont has excellent longevity in the leadership team making it a great place to grow your career! Life Care Center of Longmont is proud to have achieved the following accolades: US News & World Report's Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for high-performing long-term care and short-term rehab "800 Club" membership in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com. 5-Star CMS Rating for Quality Measures 4.8 Google star rating out of 666 Google reviews.
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.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
- Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
Responsibilities
- 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
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- 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
Benefits
- $8,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
