Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

InReach Rehab is seeking a flexible and dedicated full-time or part-time Occupational Therapist (or COTA) to join our team at Decatur Health in Oberlin, KS. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and enhance their quality of life in a collaborative rural healthcare environment.

InReach Rehab is a family-oriented company committed to strengthening rural rehabilitation teams. We proudly support 23 rural communities, providing clinicians with opportunities to grow within a connected, collaborative network of rehabilitation professionals. We view our employees as our greatest resource and invest in their success through mentorship, teamwork, and professional development. Our compensation package includes competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, a monthly incentive plan, a generous CEU allowance, and generous paid time off. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Don't miss this opportunity to join our progressive, growing team of healthcare professionals. Apply today and become a valued member of the InReach Rehab team!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to determine functional needs, goals, and treatment priorities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve independence, safety, and daily function.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to improve ADLs, IADLs, strength, coordination, cognition, and mobility.
• Fabricate, fit, or recommend adaptive equipment and educate patients and caregivers on its use.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Supervise and mentor COTAs while directing patient treatment plans, as appropriate.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on home programs, safety strategies, and functional independence.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and a collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (or anticipated graduation).
• Current Kansas OT license, or eligibility for licensure upon graduation.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.
• Experience in rural healthcare or a passion for serving rural communities.
• Comfort supervising and collaborating with COTAs.
• Strong documentation and time-management skills.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental and Vision
• 401 (k) with matching contribution
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term disability
• FSA & HSA
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Professional reimbursement (fees, dues and liability insurance)

InReach Rehab is an E-Verify employer. Posters are available upon request.


Founded in 2006, InReach Rehab is a privately owned rehabilitation company dedicated to delivering exceptional physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech-language pathology (SLP) services to rural hospitals, primarily across the Midwest. We proudly serve 23 hospitals and their surrounding communities, making a meaningful impact on patient care and strengthening local healthcare systems.

Our mission is to strengthen rural rehabilitation teams through collaboration, mentorship, and continuous support. Guided by our core values of trust, teamwork, accountability, transparency, and leadership development, we strive to exceed expectations and set a high standard for rural rehabilitation.

We offer a supportive environment where clinicians can take on diverse caseloads, grow through mentorship, and expand their skills through professional development. With competitive benefits and collaborative resources, we empower our team to thrive-helping improve access to quality care and elevate healthcare in the communities we serve.