Occupational Therapist

2026, 2025, 2024 & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!

Wendell Foster is seeking a compassionate and energetic Occupational Therapist to join our Outpatient Services team of #DifferenceMakers!

As an Occupational Therapist at Wendell Foster, you'll help children and adults with disabilities build independence, develop essential life skills, and achieve meaningful goals through individualized therapy, adaptive equipment, and collaborative care.

What matters to you:

• Competitive salary, exempt role not based on patient visits
• 8 paid holidays each year
• Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month following your hire date, plus pet benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with an automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked
• One-time annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available at no cost for employees and their immediate family members
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition giveaways throughout the year
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, allowing eligible employees the opportunity to pursue federal student loan forgiveness

What matters to us:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current Kentucky Occupational Therapist license in good standing, as required by the Kentucky Board of Licensure of Occupational Therapy
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification preferred
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification (training provided)
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, treatment techniques, and adaptive equipment
• Intermediate computer skills and the ability to learn specialized software
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with individuals, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Passion for serving individuals with disabilities in a person-centered environment

What you'll do:

• Evaluate clients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
• Provide occupational therapy services that promote independence in daily living, work, leisure, and community participation
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive, person-centered care
• Educate and train families, caregivers, and staff to support successful outcomes
• Design, fabricate, and recommend adaptive equipment and assistive technology
• Maintain accurate documentation, complete billing requirements, and meet productivity standards
• Provide clinical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and students, as assigned
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and departmental programs
• Serve as a liaison with families, community partners, and other service providers to promote occupational therapy services
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Wendell Foster's mission

Other important information:

Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.