Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$32.36-$55.91/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Adult & Pediatric Outpatient

FT, Days

Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You'll Do

As an Occupational Therapist at Grand River Hospital District, you’ll play a key role in helping patients regain independence and improve their ability to perform daily activities. You’ll evaluate patient needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based care across a variety of settings. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team, you’ll support patients through recovery while promoting safety, function, and quality of life.

  • Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
  • Implement therapy programs to restore, maintain, or improve daily living skills
  • Teach adaptive techniques and proper use of assistive equipment
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
  • Administer therapeutic interventions to restore function and prevent disability
  • Collaborate with physicians and the care team to coordinate patient care
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with standards and policies
  • Communicate clearly with patients, families, and team members
  • Support a safe, organized, and patient-centered care environment
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Who We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from a program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, or eligibility to sit for the board examination
  • Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Colorado
  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire and maintained throughout employment
  • Practical experience across a range of occupational therapy services preferred
  • Experience in upper extremity orthopedic rehabilitation and acute care settings strongly preferred
  • Proficiency within six (6) months of hire in clinical and administrative systems, including Meditech, Cedaron, PACS, Exercise Pro, Allscripts EHR, Galactica, QHN, Microsoft Office, Kronos, and HealthStream

What We Offer

Our Total Rewards Package Includes

  • Pay Range: $32.36 - $55.91/hour (based on experience)
  • Comprehensive Benefits: PTO from day one, Flexible spending accounts, extended illness time, optional retirement plan, and more
  • Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines.

Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus.

While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

Our Mission

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Our Vision

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans to restore function and daily living skills. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess a current Colorado license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, with preference given to those with experience in orthopedic rehabilitation and acute care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 41 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 49% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Colorado?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in occupational therapyranked against 9,301 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $102k (middle half $89k–$110k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingColorado index 103.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Colorado235 active9,300 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 49% no call · 54% no weekends41 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,301 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

26 jobs · 17 employers
9
<$100k
9
$100k-110k
1
$110k
5
$120k-130k
2
$140k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
42%
Sign-on bonus
35%
Loan repayment
12%
PSLF eligible
12%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

Healthcare Recruitment Counselors · Matawan, New Jersey

$140k
#2

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

Healthcare Recruitment Counselors · Marlboro, New Jersey

$140k
#3

Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care

$80k-$130k
#4

OT / Occupational Therapist - Home Health

$92k-$129k
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,301 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Grand River Health Main Campus logo

About Grand River Health Main Campus

Hospitals and Health Care
Rifle, CO
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

PTO from day one
Flexible spending accounts
Extended illness time
Optional retirement plan
Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance

Living in Rifle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$493k
Median resident rent
$1,308/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.