Occupational Therapist (Part-time or Full-time)

Occupational Therapist (Part-time or Full-time)

Pagosa Springs Medical Center - Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Position Highlight

Help patients regain independence, improve function, and enhance quality of life through personalized occupational therapy services in both outpatient and hospital settings.

Position Summary

Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing rehabilitation team.

We are open to hiring either a part-time or full-time Occupational Therapist, offering flexibility for the right candidate. This position provides evaluation, treatment, education, and care coordination services for patients with physical, developmental, cognitive, sensory, and functional limitations affecting their ability to perform activities of daily living.

The Occupational Therapist develops individualized treatment plans, recommends adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, provides patient and family education, and collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to help patients achieve their highest level of independence and function.

This position is also responsible for evaluating and treating patients with upper extremity orthopedic conditions involving the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder, as well as neurological conditions, including cerebral vascular accidents, across the continuum of care. The Occupational Therapist provides individualized treatment plans focused on restoring function, reducing pain, improving mobility, and helping patients return to daily activities and work-related tasks.

Therapeutic interventions may include, but are not limited to, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, edema management, scar management, range of motion activities, strengthening, functional retraining, and cognitive skills development. Inpatient responsibilities include patient and caregiver education, home exercise programs, fall prevention, adaptive techniques, and post-surgical precautions.

Why This Opportunity Is Unique

• Flexible employment options: Part-time or full-time
• Opportunity to help establish and grow Occupational Therapy services within the community
• Diverse patient population across orthopedic, neurologic, post-surgical, chronic condition, and functional rehabilitation needs
• Close collaboration with Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, providers, and care teams
• Ability to make a significant impact in a rural healthcare setting

Key Responsibilities

Patient Evaluation & Treatment

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations
• Assess physical function, cognition, sensory processing, mobility, and activities of daily living
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and expected outcomes
• Implement evidence-based treatment interventions designed to maximize independence and function
• Modify treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs

Patient Education & Care Coordination

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, adaptive strategies, and home exercise programs
• Recommend assistive devices, adaptive equipment, and home modifications
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and discharge planning activities

Functional Rehabilitation

• Provide interventions addressing:
• Activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)
• Fine motor skills
• Cognitive rehabilitation
• Sensory integration
• Balance and coordination
• Adaptive equipment training
• Home safety and accessibility
• Assist patients with return-to-work and functional independence goals

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and professional practice standards
• Support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in continuing education and professional development

Qualifications

Education

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy required
• Successful completion of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) examination required

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Colorado required
• Current AHA BLS certification for Healthcare Providers required

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of Occupational Therapy experience preferred but not required
• New graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
• Knowledge of occupational therapy treatment techniques and adaptive equipment
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Basic computer proficiency, including electronic health record documentation and Microsoft Office applications

Work Environment

This position provides services in both hospital and outpatient rehabilitation settings and may include home assessments or home visits when clinically appropriate. The role requires frequent interaction with patients of all ages and diagnoses and involves lifting, transferring, positioning, and assisting patients during treatment activities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Compensation Range: $19.50 - $30.14 hourly, based on years of relevant experience.
• Benefits:
• Full-time Benefits: Generous paid time off, separate sick leave, health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability and option for short-term disability, and retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Part-time Benefits: Sick leave and retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Anticipated End Date for Posting: July 31, 2026. The deadline may close sooner due to an unanticipated business necessity, such as an incumbent vacating the role earlier than anticipated. You are encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadline.

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment health and drug screen and background check.

About Pagosa Springs Medical Center

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is a Critical Access Hospital serving Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County in southwest Colorado. Our rehabilitation team is committed to helping patients regain independence, restore function, and improve quality of life through exceptional therapy services delivered close to home.

Located in beautiful Pagosa Springs, Colorado, our community offers world-class outdoor recreation, hiking, fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and the world's deepest geothermal hot springs. Our culture is guided by our WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect.

Why Join PSMC?

• Flexible part-time or full-time opportunity
• Help grow Occupational Therapy services in a rural community
• Collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Meaningful patient relationships and long-term outcomes
• Beautiful mountain community and exceptional quality of life
• Supportive leadership and mission-driven culture

Apply Today

Join a team dedicated to helping patients live more independently, recover function, and achieve their highest quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based occupational therapy services.