Perm Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Permanent Occupational TherapistLocation: Colby, KSSummaryVirtus Healthcare Staffing is partnering with a leading skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Colby, KS, to find a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT). This is a full-time (40 hours/week), permanent opportunity for an OT to make a positive impact on the lives of patients and residents, helping them regain independence, improve their quality of life, and thrive in a supportive environment.Why Choose This Opportunity?Make a Real Difference: Contribute to improving the quality of life for individuals recovering from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries by providing essential rehabilitation services.Diverse Patient Population: Work with a variety of patients in both the skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings, gaining valuable experience and expanding your expertise.Supportive Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to providing compassionate and holistic care.Stable Schedule: Enjoy a predictable full-time (40 hours/week) schedule, Monday through Friday, with no weekend rotations.Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.ResponsibilitiesAssessment and Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patients' and residents' physical limitations, functional deficits, and rehabilitation goals.Personalized Treatment Plans: Develop individualized care plans tailored to each individual's specific needs and goals, utilizing evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques.Therapeutic Interventions: Implement various interventions, including activities of daily living (ADL) retraining, adaptive equipment training, cognitive rehabilitation, and therapeutic exercise, to promote functional improvement and independence.Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and other therapists, to ensure coordinated and holistic care.Progress Monitoring: Continuously assess and document patient and resident progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes.Education and Training: Educate patients, residents, and families on self-care strategies, adaptive techniques, and home modifications to support independence and enhance quality of life.QualificationsEducation:Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.LicensureValid state license as an Occupational Therapist in Kansas.ExperienceNew graduates are welcome to apply.Experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting is preferred.SkillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, residents, and families.Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based practice in rehabilitation.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.To ApplyReady to make a real impact? Submit your resume to Virtus Healthcare Staffing and let's discuss this opportunity!