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Job description
OT - Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing
Requisition ID:
Openings: 1
Area of Interest: Therapy
Company: Elderwood
Location: Elderwood at Lockport
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Salary: $33.00 - $44.86 / hour
Reporting Category: Therapy
Overview
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Elderwood Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Help Residents Regain Independence, One Meaningful Victory at a Time.
Elderwood is seeking a compassionate and clinically driven Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team.
This is an opportunity to practice patient-centered therapy in a collaborative environment where Occupational Therapists are valued for their clinical insight, creativity, and ability to improve quality of life through functional recovery and meaningful daily activity.
If you are passionate about helping older adults maximize independence, restore function, and safely navigate daily living - we'd love to connect with you.
Why Occupational Therapists Choose Elderwood
Flexible scheduling opportunities
Supportive interdisciplinary therapy teams
Opportunity to build meaningful resident relationships
Diverse geriatric and subacute caseload
Collaborative rehab environment with PT, ST, Nursing, and providers
Focus on quality outcomes and individualized treatment planning
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Mission-driven organization focused on People Caring for People
As an Occupational Therapist at Elderwood, you will:
Evaluate and treat residents recovering from illness, injury, surgery, stroke, orthopedic conditions, and functional decline
Develop individualized therapy programs focused on ADLs, mobility, safety, cognition, strength, and independence
Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to support successful rehabilitation outcomes
Help residents safely return to meaningful daily routines and maximize quality of life
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in care planning
What Matters to Our OT Team:
Functional, Meaningful Therapy - Occupational Therapy at Elderwood focuses on helping residents regain confidence and independence in real-life activities that matter most.
Collaborative Clinical Environment - Our OTs work closely with PTs, SLPs, Nursing, and providers in a team-oriented setting where therapy input is valued and respected.
Diverse Clinical Population - Treat residents with: Orthopedic recovery needs
Neurological conditions
Stroke recovery
Cognitive and dementia-related challenges
ADL retraining needs
Balance and safety concerns
Long-term maintenance therapy needs
Supportive Operations- We understand therapists perform best when communication, scheduling, and interdisciplinary collaboration are strong.
The Right Candidate Will Bring:
Passion for improving resident independence and quality of life
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Creativity in treatment planning and problem-solving
Team-focused mindset
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Adaptability within a fast-paced rehab environment
Join Elderwood.
At Elderwood, our Occupational Therapists play a vital role in helping residents safely return to meaningful daily living activities while preserving dignity, independence, and confidence.
Responsibilities
Provide skilled occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders
Develop and update individualized treatment plans and care goals
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams regarding resident progress and discharge planning
Participate in resident care planning meetings
Support resident and family education initiatives
Assist with mentorship and clinical support activities, as needed
Qualifications
Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
State license to practice occupational therapy required.
Two years' experience in occupational therapy preferred.
Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.
Ability to direct others necessary.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
Current, valid CPR/BLS credential
Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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