OT - Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Waverly/Elmira/Ithaca

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a compassionate and clinically driven Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team. Help Residents Regain Independence, One Meaningful Victory at a Time.

This is an opportunity to practice patient-centered therapy in a collaborative environment where Occupational Therapists are valued for their clinical insight, creativity, and ability to improve quality of life through functional recovery and meaningful daily activity.

If you are passionate about helping older adults maximize independence, restore function, and safely navigate daily living - we'd love to connect with you.

Why Occupational Therapists Choose Elderwood

• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Supportive interdisciplinary therapy teams
• Opportunity to build meaningful resident relationships
• Diverse geriatric and subacute caseload
• Collaborative rehab environment with PT, ST, Nursing, and providers
• Focus on quality outcomes and individualized treatment planning
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Mission-driven organization focused on People Caring for People

As an Occupational Therapist at Elderwood, you will:

• Evaluate and treat residents recovering from illness, injury, surgery, stroke, orthopedic conditions, and functional decline
• Develop individualized therapy programs focused on ADLs, mobility, safety, cognition, strength, and independence
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to support successful rehabilitation outcomes
• Help residents safely return to meaningful daily routines and maximize quality of life
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in care planning

What Matters to Our OT Team:

• Functional, Meaningful Therapy - Occupational Therapy at Elderwood focuses on helping residents regain confidence and independence in real-life activities that matter most.
• Collaborative Clinical Environment - Our OTs work closely with PTs, SLPs, Nursing, and providers in a team-oriented setting where therapy input is valued and respected.
• Diverse Clinical Population - Treat residents with:
  • Orthopedic recovery needs
  • Neurological conditions
  • Stroke recovery
  • Cognitive and dementia-related challenges
  • ADL retraining needs
  • Balance and safety concerns
  • Long-term maintenance therapy needs
• Supportive Operations- We understand therapists perform best when communication, scheduling, and interdisciplinary collaboration are strong.

The Right Candidate Will Bring:

• Passion for improving resident independence and quality of life
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Creativity in treatment planning and problem-solving
• Team-focused mindset
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Adaptability within a fast-paced rehab environment

Join Elderwood.

At Elderwood at Waverly, our Occupational Therapists play a vital role in helping residents safely return to meaningful daily living activities while preserving dignity, independence, and confidence.

If you are looking for a therapy environment where relationships, teamwork, and quality care truly matter - apply today.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans and care goals
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams regarding resident progress and discharge planning
• Participate in resident care planning meetings
• Support resident and family education initiatives
• Assist with mentorship and clinical support activities, as needed

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
• State license to practice occupational therapy required.
• Two years' experience in occupational therapy preferred.
• Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.
• Ability to direct others necessary.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credential
• Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
• Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
• Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.