Occupational Therapist

Job Title

Occupational Therapist – Inpatient

Location

Delta, CO

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | Day Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results to determine individualized occupational therapy treatment plans in consultation with the care team.
• Implement therapeutic programs encompassing activities of daily living, sensorimotor activities, functional and prevocational skills, and manual arts to help patients develop or regain physical and mental functioning.
• Evaluate patient progress through ongoing observation and documentation, recommending and implementing adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
• Contribute to discharge planning and design home exercise programs, recommending assistive equipment and follow-up care to ensure continuity of therapeutic goals.
• Document all patient care services accurately in patient and departmental records in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Supervise rehabilitation aides and support staff development through in-service training and professional guidance.

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapy license issued by the state of Colorado.
• Valid registration and certification with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Ability to perform at a medium physical demand level, including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and 20 lbs frequently, with full range of motion across all major joints.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous inpatient occupational therapy experience.
• Familiarity with curriculum and training design for staff instruction and patient education.
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary care teams including physicians, nurses, and social workers.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on inpatient rehabilitation outcomes in a collaborative clinical environment.
• Work within a supportive rehabilitation services team with opportunities for professional development and continuing education.