Occupational Therapist (OTR) Inpatient Rehab & Acute Care
Central Kansas
Position Highlights:
Work-Life Balance:
MondayFriday schedule from 8:00am5:00pm with limited rotating weekend coverage approximately once every 810 weeks and rotating holiday schedule.
Desirable Practice Setting, Ideal Work Environment:
Join a collaborative rehab team within a 180+ bed accredited hospital featuring an 11-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. Providers treat a diverse patient population across ICU, acute care, orthopedic, stroke, and inpatient rehab settings.
Ideal Work Environment:
Work alongside an interdisciplinary therapy team including OT, PT, SLP, and experienced COTAs in a supportive, patient-centered environment with rehab gym space and private treatment rooms.
Favorable Call Schedule:
Minimal rotating weekend and holiday call responsibilities designed to support provider balance and team collaboration.
Culture & Support, Support & Networking:
Become part of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, a mission-driven non-profit healthcare system recognized nationally for quality and innovation. Providers benefit from strong clinical support, teamwork, and leadership accessibility.
Partnership Opportunities, Leadership Opportunities, Professional Growth Opportunities:
Opportunity to help expand inpatient rehab services and support acute care crossover coverage while developing leadership skills through COTA supervision, mentorship, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Compensation, Competitive Salary, Compensation, Financial Package:
Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $36$54/hour DOE.
Generous Performance Bonus, Generous Quality Bonus, Generous Bonus, Competitive Bonus Opportunity, Additional Bonus Incentives:
Holiday pay at 1.5x standard rate plus weekend differential opportunities.
Sign-On Bonus, Retention Bonus:
$5,000 sign-on bonus available.
Comprehensive Benefits Package, Competitive Benefits, Benefits Package, Full Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and hospital-supported benefits package through a stable non-profit healthcare organization.
Relocation Assistance, Relocation Stipend:
Potential relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance:
Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Professional Development, Professional Growth:
Hospital-supported CME and continuing education opportunities with exposure to a wide range of inpatient rehab and acute care cases.
Additional Perks, Additional Benefits:
Collaborative therapy environment, modern rehab facilities, leadership support, and the opportunity to practice across multiple care settings.
Qualifications:
Degree:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Certifications:
Board Certified or Board Eligible Occupational Therapist.
Licensure:
Eligible for or currently holding Kansas Occupational Therapy licensure.
Skillset:
Strong communication skills, proactive mindset, team-oriented approach, and ability to supervise and delegate treatment plans to COTAs.
Experience:
Open to both experienced Occupational Therapists and new graduates.
Sponsorship:
Visa sponsorship availability to be discussed on a case-by-case basis.
About the Community
Top Ranked Location:
Enjoy the charm and affordability of a welcoming Midwest community with access to excellent healthcare, recreation, and family-friendly amenities.
Small Metro, Suburban Community:
Small metro community with easy access to larger Kansas metropolitan areas.
Lifestyle & Affordability:
Enjoy a low cost of living, affordable housing, short commute times, and strong work-life balance.
Prime Location:
Conveniently located in central Kansas, this metro provides easy regional access while maintaining the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere.
Education:
Strong local school systems and nearby higher education opportunities.
Community Attributes:
Family-friendly environment with local dining, outdoor recreation, arts, community events, and welcoming neighborhoods.
Easy Travel, Convenient Location, Prime Location:
Accessible regional travel with convenient proximity to Wichita and other surrounding communities.
Vibrant Lifestyle:
Residents enjoy local festivals, outdoor activities, sports, museums, and community-centered living with a slower pace and strong sense of connection.
Job Reference #: OT 26682
