Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

$10,000 sign on bonus for full time

Join a top-rated, high-performing team at LCC of Cheyenne -where your career can grow, your skills are valued, and your work truly matters. We're proud to be part of a national network of 200+ Skilled Nursing Facilities , giving you access to unmatched resources, training, and professional development.

Our facility holds a 5-Star CMS rating , a 5-Star Quality Measures rating , and was named a High-Performing center for Short-Term Rehab and Long-Term Care in 2026 by U.S. News & World Report. Excellence isn't just a goal here-it's our standard.

Why candidates choose us:

• Mentorship & New Grad Support - Launch your career with confidence
• Collaborative In-House Therapy - Work side-by-side with engaged therapy professionals
• Continuing Education - Keep growing with CE, training, and leadership pathways
• Strong Team Culture - Supportive, positive, and built for success

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $42 to $52
• PRN: $50 to $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's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer