Occupational Therapist - Part-time

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia | Bellingham, WA

$53.00-$58.00 Per Hr. (Depending on Experience)

Make a Real Difference — Every Day

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia is looking for a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll help residents regain independence, confidence, and quality of life through personalized, hands-on care — all while being part of a supportive, team-oriented skilled nursing environment.

If you're passionate about helping others reach their fullest potential and want to grow your career in a facility that values clinical excellence and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Assess referred patients' medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehabilitation potential
• Design and administer individualized treatment programs with clear, achievable goals under physician direction
• Document patient progress and communicate status/needs to patients, families, and the care team
• Delegate appropriate treatment to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and provide clinical supervision
• Direct COTAs and Rehab Aides in skilled tasks, ensuring compliance with State Practice Acts and OBRA
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary staff
• Participate in care planning, utilization review, case management, and family conferences
• Educate patients and families on occupational therapy techniques and home strategies

What You Bring

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy

Licensure/Certification

• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist
• Current CPR certification

Experience

Six months of long-term care experience preferred (new grads with strong clinical training encouraged to apply)

Skills

• Strong communicator who can explain treatment plans clearly to residents, families, and staff
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and professionalism
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable team player

Why Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia?

We're proud to offer a workplace where clinical staff are respected, supported, and given the resources to do their best work for the residents we serve in the Bellingham community.

Ready to bring your skills to a team that values you? Apply today to join Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia as our next Occupational Therapist.

Highland Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

Must have graduated from an accredited school of occupational therapy.

Licenses/Certification

Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.

Current CPR certification.

Experience

Six months experience in a long term care environment preferred.