Embark on a transformative journey as an Occupational Therapist in Thornton, Colorado, and seize an opportunity to empower clients across diverse settings with your expert therapeutic insight. As you apply your specialized OT skills to help individuals regain independence, adapt daily activities, and participate meaningfully in their communities, you’ll witness firsthand the profound impact thoughtful, patient-centered care can have on quality of life. This assignment invites you to combine clinical excellence with a passion for mobility, cognition, and function, guiding patients through complex challenges with compassion, creativity, and evidence-based practice. Set against Colorado’s dynamic healthcare landscape, your work will contribute to a ripple effect of improved outcomes, stronger families, and more resilient communities. And beyond your professional impact, imagine weekends spent exploring the state’s majestic beauty—golden aspens in the high country, alpine lakes shimmering under blue skies, world-renowned trails winding through the foothills, and vibrant cities offering culture, cuisine, and connection. Colorado’s outdoor playgrounds and cosmopolitan hubs alike provide a welcoming backdrop for personal renewal and professional growth. Thornton—a lively, accessible base with easy access to Denver’s medical centers, local clinics, and educational institutions—offers a balanced environment where you can apply your OT expertise while enjoying a supportive community and diverse patient populations.

Location benefits come alive here in Thornton and throughout Colorado. The opportunity to work in this thriving locale means proximity to top rehabilitation facilities, pediatric and adult clinics, schools, and specialty programs where your OT interventions can make a tangible difference every day. Colorado presents a unique mix of urban energy and natural wonder, enabling you to blend high-caliber clinical practice with the rejuvenating influence of the mountains, hiking, biking, and winter sports. The assignment’s flexibility also opens pathways to cross-site experiences across different locations in the United States, allowing you to deepen your practice, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and gain exposure to varied patient demographics and care models. Thornton’s walkable neighborhoods, accessible transit, and welcoming neighborhoods create a comfortable, family-friendly base while you pursue ambitious professional goals. For therapists who crave variety, the chance to travel to other states through future extensions can broaden your clinical lens, enrich your caseload, and sharpen your adaptability across care settings, ages, and function levels.

In this role, you’ll lead comprehensive occupational therapy services, including evaluation, goal setting, treatment planning, and implementation of individualized interventions to improve activities of daily living, fine motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive function. You’ll conduct thorough assessments, translate findings into practical, client-centered plans, and collaborate with physicians, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, social workers, educators, and families to ensure cohesive, multidisciplinary care. Your responsibilities will include designing engaging therapeutic activities, selecting assistive devices and adaptive strategies, modifying environments, and educating caregivers on carryover strategies to sustain progress at home or school. You’ll document progress with precision, monitor outcomes, and adjust treatment plans to maximize function and participation. As you grow within the specialty, you’ll have opportunities to mentor students, contribute to program development, and pursue targeted professional development to expand your intervention repertoire—whether you’re strengthening pediatrics, inpatient rehab, home health, or community-based programs. This role also offers the potential for contract extensions, allowing you to deepen relationships with patients, families, and the local care network, while continuing to advance clinically through ongoing learning and collaboration. In addition to clinical duties, the position promises a robust support structure: access to 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company, dedicated onboarding and credentialing assistance, travel coordination, and a network of colleagues and clinical supervisors ready to lend guidance when you need it.

Competitive benefits are a hallmark of this opportunity. You’ll earn weekly pay in the range of $2,339 to $2,504, reflecting your experience, credentials, and the scope of responsibilities, with the potential for bonuses that recognize exceptional performance, initiative, and patient outcomes. Housing assistance is available to help ease relocation and settling into Thornton, with options designed to fit different budgets and preferences, so you can focus more on your practice and less on logistics. Extension opportunities are a central feature, enabling you to continue making an impact beyond the initial assignment while preserving continuity for clients and teams who value your expertise. The role emphasizes comprehensive support—from travel and credentialing to ongoing clinical supervision and peer collaboration—ensuring you’re never navigating challenges alone. Importantly, you’ll join a network that prioritizes best practices, patient-centered care, and continuous improvement, helping you refine your specialty skills while contributing to statewide and national care standards.

Our company is built on a foundation of empowering our staff. We are committed to your career advancement, providing pathways to deepen your clinical competencies, expand your leadership capabilities, and explore new OT modalities within pediatrics, adults, and community settings. You’ll be part of a culture that values flexibility, mutual respect, and a supportive environment where your ideas are heard, your skills are honed, and your professional growth is recognized. With a focus on well-being, constructive feedback, and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll have the resources and encouragement you need to thrive—whether your aspiration is to become a lead clinician, a program developer, or a mentor to emerging therapists.

Are you ready to join a company that values your contribution and accelerates your professional journey? If you’re driven to make a meaningful difference, to embrace Colorado’s vibrant care landscape, and to grow within a network that supports your ambitions, apply now. This is your chance to deliver transformative OT care, enrich your practice in a stimulating environment, and help patients reclaim independence and purpose. Start date 02/02/2026, for a multi-week assignment with variable hours and a dynamic caseload designed to challenge and reward you. The opportunity awaits for an Occupational Therapist ready to lead with empathy, innovate with evidence, and elevate the standard of care in Thornton, Colorado—and beyond as you explore additional locations across the U.S. The future of your OT practice starts here. Please note: Hours and pay are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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