Independence Rehab·Everett, Washington
The Occupational Therapist will treat geriatric patients in a transitional care setting, focusing on functional ADL retraining, transfer training, and fall prevention. They will also manage discharge planning, care coordination, and the supervision of a COTA.
Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) Everett Transitional Care Center $53-58/hour | Full-Time | Flexible Schedule | Therapist-Owned Company Independence Rehab is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team at Everett Transitional Care Center, located in Everett, WA.
Whether you're a new grad looking for strong mentorship or an experienced OT looking for autonomy and a sustainable caseload, this is a great place to grow and stay long-term.
If you're looking for a SNF role with stability, strong support, and protection from unrealistic facility pressure, this is a great fit.
Independence Rehab is a small, therapist-owned company that manages therapy operations independently - meaning we advocate for our clinicians and value strong clinical judgment.
What Makes Independence Rehab Different ✅ Low DOR/management turnover (stable leadership) ✅ Strong corporate involvement + personalized support ✅ Therapist-owned = real clinical understanding ✅ Your clinical judgment is respected (autonomy matters here) ✅ Flexible productivity expectations (realistic and sustainable) ✅ Flexible working hours - family-oriented and balance-focused ✅ Protection from facility pressure - we advocate for our therapists ✅ Highly rated therapy company with strong outcomes and reputation ✅ We run our own operations separate from the nursing side of the building Training + Onboarding We don't believe in the "sink or swim" approach.
New therapists receive: Strong integration and onboarding 1:1 training for documentation and evaluations Customized clinical training based on your experience Ongoing mentorship and competency support when needed What You'll Do As the OT, you'll treat a geriatric population across SNF and Transitional Care, including: Functional ADL retraining and adaptive strategies Transfer training (all levels) Fall prevention and safety training Treatment of clinically complex patients Discharge planning and care coordination Supervision of a COTA (as needed) Collaboration with nursing, PT, ST, and facility staff
Medical / Dental / Vision 401(k) with employer match Up to 3.5 weeks PTO per year Continuing education reimbursement up to $750/year Flexible scheduling and a team that works with you
Current Washington State OT license in good standing Degree from an accredited OT program Organized, self-starter who enjoys the geriatric population Ability to supervise a COTA SNF experience preferred - but not required. New grads are welcome, and we provide structured training and mentorship. If you're caring, motivated, and licensed, we'll support your growth Apply today - we're actively interviewing.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Washington are typically supported by steady demand from outpatient, community, and telehealth settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a current unrestricted clinical license, experience with evidence-based therapy, and the ability to work from a HIPAA-compliant home office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license status and prepare examples of your therapy approach before applying.