Registered Occupational Therapist; OT

$5000 SIGN ON BONUS for full-time

Located In Salida, Colorado, Columbine Manor Care Center Offers a Small-town Atmosphere With Plentiful Tourism Opportunities Along The Arkansas River, Making Our Nursing Home An Ideal Choice For Individuals In Need Of Short-term Rehabilitation, Long-term Care Or Post-operative Recovery. We Are Proud To Have Achieved The Following Accolades

• US News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab for 2026
• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• Recognized as an "800 Club" member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on

$5000 SIGN ON BONUS for full-time

Located In Salida, Colorado, Columbine Manor Care Center Offers a Small-town Atmosphere With Plentiful Tourism Opportunities Along The Arkansas River, Making Our Nursing Home An Ideal Choice For Individuals In Need Of Short-term Rehabilitation, Long-term Care Or Post-operative Recovery. We Are Proud To Have Achieved The Following Accolades

• US News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab for 2026
• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• Recognized as an "800 Club" member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice
• Great growth opportunities

• Full Time: $42 to $52
• PRN: $50 to $55

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.

• 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.

• 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

• 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