Great Occupational Therapist Opportunity – Hybrid Setting, $10K Sign-On Bonus, Comprehensive Benefits & More

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Grand Junction, CO

Employment Type: Hybrid Setting: Full-Time Permanent

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Compensation: $41.58–$46.00 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000

New Graduates Welcome

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) healthcare team serving older adults. The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs designed to help participants develop, recover, or maintain the skills necessary for daily living, safety, and independence.

This position combines home-based safety assessments, skilled therapeutic interventions in a day-center setting, durable medical equipment (DME) coordination, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team. The OT plays an important role in helping older adults remain safely and independently in their homes and communities while improving their overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and functional assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on participant needs, goals, and interdisciplinary care plans.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions to improve strength, mobility, coordination, functional performance, and activities of daily living.
• Perform home safety assessments and recommend appropriate modifications, adaptive equipment, and safety strategies.
• Evaluate, recommend, and coordinate durable medical equipment and other supportive services.
• Educate participants, caregivers, and families regarding therapeutic techniques, adaptive strategies, and safety.
• Monitor participant progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Promote participant independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute to comprehensive care planning.
• Provide compassionate care in a variety of settings, including emotionally sensitive situations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current NBCOT registration.
• Current Colorado Occupational Therapist license or ability to obtain licensure before employment.

Preferred

• 1–3 years of occupational therapy experience.
• Experience working with older adults or geriatric populations.
• Experience with home safety assessments, adaptive equipment, or DME.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient-education abilities.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and adaptive equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care.
• Professional and compassionate communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to work effectively in home, clinical, and community-based settings.

Compensation & Benefits

• $41.58–$46.00 per hour, based on experience.
• $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Up to 3% employer match on a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
• Additional compensation for bilingual fluency.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the month after employment.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• PTO and medical leave accrual beginning immediately.
• Employee discounts and additional workplace perks.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and professional development.

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

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