Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 55 Pay Rate Minimum: 50 Shift: Days

We are looking for a PRN OT to join our team!

Life Care Center of Evergreen is located just west of Lakewood. We are a 5 star facility based on CMS ratings. We are recognized with a 4.7 Google Star Rating and membership in the 800 Service Excellence Recognition Club for our excellent customer service. We are also identified by US News and Review for Best Nursing Home for 2026 with qualification and recognition across all 3 possible measures. We are the home of Colorado's 2025 CNA of the year. Our mission is to do right and proper by the residents, other associates and within ourselves. This environment supports each associate's desire for service to the seniors of our beautiful mountain community. If you want to join an amazing rehab team and make an impact on the lives of those we serve...join LCCE.New to the Long Term Care setting? That's okay, our team will support you through the new opportunities. We really do have a Dream Team at Life Care Center of Evergreen. We hope you will choose to join us.

Compensation Range

• PRN: $50-55

Position Summary

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.

Education, Experience, and Licensure 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.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• 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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• 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
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language