Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Center of Pueblo, CO$5,000 sign-on bonusSurrounded by beauty, Life Care Center of Pueblo features views of Pikes Peak to the north, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the west and the Spanish Peaks to the southwest. Located in Pueblo, Colorado, "The Home of Heroes," our nursing home is a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. Life Care Center of Pueblo offers an outdoor therapy courtyard to prepare residents with outdoor obstacles prior to discharging home, individualized home assessments, private treatment rooms for therapists to use during treatments, and various outdoor areas for the residents to enjoy our beautiful grounds.We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating4.2 Google Star Rating out of 109 reviewsRecognized as an "800 Club" member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.comLife Care Center of Pueblo was rated Best of Assisted/Senior Living in the Pueblo Chieftain Community Choice awards in 2025.Life Care Center of Pueblo offersIn-house rehab programsReimbursed CEU opportunities of choiceNew Grad Mentorship ProgramGreat growth opportunities Position SummaryThe 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.Education, Experience, and Licensure RequirementsNBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forwardGraduate 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 employmentOne (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferredCPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment Specific Job RequirementsParticipates in community health matters/projects as appropriateProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mailLiaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needsMust demonstrate good body mechanics at all timesMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etcMaintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsFollow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goalsOversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and studentsChart appropriately and timelyUtilize therapy software appropriately and accuratelyExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English language