Occupational Therapist

The role

You will provide individualized, evidence-based care to a geriatric population in independent living, assisted living, dementia, and memory care settings. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide hands-on interventions to maximize independence and safety.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess functional abilities, ADLs, cognitive performance, safety awareness, and mobility needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, cognitive rehabilitation, balance and coordination training, and adaptive equipment recommendations.
• Assess environmental and safety risks and implement fall prevention strategies.
• Provide care across one or more assisted living communities.
• Educate residents and caregivers on adaptive strategies, home programs, energy conservation techniques, and equipment recommendations.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and monitor patient progress using EMR systems.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, speech therapists, nursing staff, and support teams.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Build relationships with residents, families, community staff, and colleagues.

Required qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active state OT license in good standing (or eligibility for licensure)
• Passion for delivering compassionate, evidence-based patient care to a geriatric population
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while staying connected to a supportive clinical team
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

Nice to have

• Experience or interest in geriatrics, adaptive equipment, and ADL training

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• AI-assisted documentation tools through Prediction Health Sidekick
• Structured mentorship and onboarding support
• Network-wide clinical education and collaboration opportunities
• $1,000 annually in CEU reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• 4 weeks of paid time off
• 6 paid holidays
• Bonus incentive opportunities
• MedBridge subscription with unlimited online CEUs
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

About the company

Engage Senior Therapy provides on-site physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services to senior living communities across New England. It is a member of Fusion Physical Therapy Partners.