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Occupational Therapist (OTR)

Kensington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Elizabethtown, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026

Are you a compassionate Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping others improve their quality of life? Are you looking for a rewarding career with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth? Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents!

We are seeking a dedicated, skilled Occupational Therapist to provide quality therapeutic services to residents in our nursing home. You will play an important role in helping residents maintain or improve their independence, functional abilities, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities
  • Evaluate residents’ functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans based on their needs and goals.

  • Provide occupational therapy interventions to improve residents’ strength, coordination, mobility, and ability to perform activities of daily living.

  • Help residents develop or regain the skills needed for dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, and other daily activities.

  • Recommend adaptive equipment and techniques to promote independence and safety.

  • Monitor residents’ progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.

  • Document evaluations, treatments, progress, and outcomes accurately and in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.

  • Collaborate with nursing staff, physical therapists, speech therapists, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on techniques and strategies to support continued progress.

  • Maintain compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, professional standards, and facility policies.

Qualifications
  • Current, valid Occupational Therapist license.

  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

  • Experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting is preferred.

  • Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills.

  • Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

  • Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Employee Benefits

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits include:

  • Tapcheck Same Day Pay

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Perfect Attendance Perks

  • Continuing Education and Scholarship Opportunities

  • Modified Compensation “Pay in Lieu of Benefits” Option

Benefit eligibility varies based on employment status.

If you are ready to use your occupational therapy skills to help residents achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life, we encourage you to apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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