What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) position at Life Care Center of Cheyenne?
Join a top-rated, high-performing team at LCC of Cheyenne—where your career can grow, your skills are valued, and your work truly matters. We’re proud to be part of a national network of 200 Skilled Nursing Facilities, giving you access to unmatched resources, training, and professional development.
Our facility holds a 5-Star CMS rating, a 5-Star Quality Measures rating, and was named a High-Performing center for Short-Term Rehab and Long-Term Care in 2026 by U.S. News & World Report. Excellence isn’t just a goal here—it’s our standard.
Why candidates choose us:
- Mentorship & New Grad Support — Launch your career with confidence.
- Collaborative In-House Therapy — Work side-by-side with engaged therapy professionals.
- Continuing Education — Keep growing with CE, training, and leadership pathways.
- Strong Team Culture — Supportive, positive, and built for success.
Compensation Range
- PRN: $50 to $55
Position Summary
The 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 Requirements
- NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
- Graduate 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 employment.
- One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
- Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
- Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
- Follow occupational treatment plans for patients (i.e., activities of daily living)
- Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals
- Oversee and evaluate care given by OTAs, Rehab Aides, and students
- Chart appropriately and timely
- Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $50 - $55