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Occupational Therapist (OT) - $5k Sign On or Relocation Bonus
Company : HealthPRO Heritage
Location : Amarillo, TX, 79124
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
Occupational Therapist – Full-Time – Amarillo, TX – $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
HealthPro Heritage is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team at a highly rated, 120-bed Veterans Home in Amarillo, TX, including a 30-bed Memory Care Unit. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing care exclusively to veterans.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Dual licensure reimbursement available for out-of-state candidates
Competitive pay: $55–$60/hour, based on experience
Flexible schedule: 30–40 hours per week
Beautiful, supportive facility: Long-term care setting designed to provide high-quality care and a great work environment
If you’re passionate about helping veterans and want a rewarding OT role with excellent benefits and flexibility, we’d love to hear from you!
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.
- Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.
Qualifications
- Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible
- Skills: Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Frequently asked questions
Amarillo has a growing demand for occupational therapists, especially in veteran care facilities. Given the city's healthcare expansion, positions with sign-on bonuses, like this one, indicate competitive hiring to attract skilled OTs in the region.
Texas requires valid state licensure for OTs, but facilities caring for veterans often value dual licensure reimbursement, especially for out-of-state professionals, ensuring compliance with both Texas and federal veterans' health regulations.
Expertise in cognitive and emotional patient assessments, along with tailored treatment planning for memory-related impairments, is crucial. Strong communication and adaptability help OTs effectively assist veterans with dementia or Alzheimer's.
Daily duties often include comprehensive patient evaluations, devising personalized therapy plans, educating patients and families, documenting progress meticulously, and advocating for veteran-specific community resources to enhance recovery and quality of life.
This bonus significantly boosts initial earnings, complementing the competitive $55–$60/hour pay range. It makes relocating or joining HealthPRO Heritage financially attractive, especially for experienced therapists eyeing Amarillo's veteran care sector.
HealthPRO Heritage emphasizes continuous professional development through specialized training, leadership roles, and exposure to diverse clinical settings, offering OTs pathways to enhance skills, certifications, and career advancement within veteran-focused care.
The company’s mission-driven approach focuses on veteran-specific care needs, integrating innovative therapy solutions and a collaborative culture that prioritizes clinical excellence and personalized treatment plans in a supportive, veteran-centered environment.
While entry-level OT jobs exist, sign-on bonuses like $5,000 are relatively rare and usually reserved for roles demanding specialized skills or in high-need areas such as veteran care, making this opportunity particularly appealing for newcomers in Amarillo.
Given HealthPRO Heritage’s reputation and benefits like dual licensure reimbursement and sign-on bonuses, competition can be fiercer. Candidates with veteran care experience and flexible schedules may have an advantage.
Beyond competitive pay and bonuses, HealthPRO Heritage provides a purpose-driven culture, collaborative teamwork, and comprehensive benefits, all designed to support OTs dedicated to impactful veteran care and professional growth.