Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational Therapist (OT) - $10,000 Sign On Bonus Available

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. This role supports participants in achieving optimal independence, safety, and quality of life through therapeutic interventions aligned with interdisciplinary care plans.

About HopeWest:

HopeWest is a non-profit organization that has been providing exceptional hospice, palliative care, and bereavement services to the Western Slope for almost thirty years through its 450 employees and more than one thousand volunteers. Now recognized four times as a Modern Health Care Best Place to Work, and a recipient of multiple quality and innovation awards, HopeWest brings the community together to change how we all experience aging, illness, and grief. It is devoted to not just amazing patient care, but family care.

What is PACE?

PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors' health so they can live safely in their homes. There are 163 PACE programs, serving more than 72,000 participants in 32 states.

The number of people aged 55+ is increasing in Grand Junction, CO and the demand for eldercare professionals is on the rise.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's, Masters, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program required.
• 1-3 years experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred.
• 1 years' experience working with elderly population required.
• Currently registered as an occupational therapist by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and licensed in the State of Colorado and maintained throughout employment.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Effective communication and patient education skills
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and adaptive equipment
• Team collaboration and time management skills
• Adequate computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and EHR
• Effectively and respectfully communicate both verbally and in writing in a multitude of situations and settings, including highly emotional interactions.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay structure $41.58-$46.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• UMR Health, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision insurance effective the month following start date
• Immediately start accruing PTO and medical leave
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations
• Up to 3% match on 403B retirement
• Employer paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Additional pay for bilingual fluency
• Tuition reimbursement program

At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!

HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

This position will be open until filled.