Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

This position will close 10/30/26

San Luis Valley Health is seeking a Full-time and Part-time Occupational Therapists to join our Therapy Team! The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. The OT administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. The OT assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Occupational therapy is a profession which develops, coordinates and utilizes select knowledge and skills in planning, organizing and implementing programs for the care of individuals whose ability to function is impaired or threatened by disease or injury. OT’s primary focus is on those individuals with neuromuscular, skeletal, integumentary, pulmonary and cardiovascular disorders and evaluating the level of function related to these disorders. This leads to selection and implementation of appropriate therapeutic procedures to maintain, improve or restore these functions.

What You Need:

• Current Colorado State Occupational Therapy License, graduate of an accredited program for Occupational Therapy
• Current BCLS (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
• Additional Languages preferred
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Basic computer knowledge

What You'll Do:

• The OT demonstrates the ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect and recommends treatment changes to physician and or other staff as needed.
• The OT demonstrates the ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients.
• The OT demonstrates knowledge of occupational therapy modalities.
• The OT treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and families.
• The OT manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• The OT maintains department cleanliness and safety.
• The OT will interact professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• The OT will communicate appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
• The OT will coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
• The OT demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• The OT will maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• The OT will consult with other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• The OT will direct support staff to implement treatment plans in compliance with state, CMS and other regulatory guidelines.
• Documentation completed by the OT will meet current standards and policies.

We Take Care of Our People

As the largest employer in the San Luis Valley, we commit to providing our employees with quality and affordable benefits to complement a fulfilling work experience and help balance life experiences and needs. To show our appreciation of your hard work, we offer a competitive and comprehensive total benefits package, including:

• Full medical, dental and vision plans to suit the needs of you and your family, with low-cost copays and deductibles, all without high out-of-pocket expenses.
• Enjoy a generous amount of Paid Time Off and Sick Leave in your first year with accruals starting on your first day!
• Start saving with Retirement plans available from day one, providing up to 5% employer match after one year of employment.
• Free life and disability insurance benefits for full-time employees with the opportunity to purchase additional coverage at low costs.
• Add to your benefit package with a variety of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts and more.
• Take care of yourself with our free on-site 24-hour employee health center, and discounts to a selection of local fitness/recreational centers.
• Keep learning by utilizing our education program benefits to foster your growth and development.
• Give back to the community with multiple opportunities throughout the year to volunteer with our own non-profit SLV Health Foundation and other SLV- and community-sponsored events.
• Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski/snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, Adams State University functions and more!
• Your family is our family so our employees and their family members have access to our employee support services, including up to four free counseling sessions to assist with work/life solutions.