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Registered Occupational Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Las Vegas, NV, 89142
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 25 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As an Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain independence and quality of life so they can safely perform daily activities.
Every day you will assess diverse patients (orthopedic, neurological, sensory, cancer recovery, etc.), develop treatment plans, and conduct evaluations/re-evaluations. You will be expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, document thoroughly, and provide positive, motivating care to a high volume of patients.
To be successful in this role, you must be flexible, adaptable, exceptionally organized, and a personable, motivating team player.
- Clinical/Technical Skills
- Performs evaluations/re-evaluations, discharge summaries progressing patients toward goals and accurately documents results written/electronically on inpatients/outpatients and home environment according to SRDH and occupational therapy practice standards.
- Performs appropriate treatment which may include, but not limited to proper use of modalities and therapeutic procedures to maximize functional skills toward independence with activities of daily living. Uses equipment specific to age and size of patient.
- Maintains a safe environment considering the patient's unique circumstances and risk factors related to age, physical limitations and mental status.
- Uses office or other Rehab equipment effectively & efficiently.
- Critical Thinking/Problem solving
Required
- Occupational Therapist: NV, upon hire and
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Preferred
- Completed post graduate education, orpossesses certification or CEU's in Acutecare, geriatrics, splinting, hand therapy,orthopaedics, pediatrics, NICU &neurology or any other clinically relevantcoursework/seminars., upon hire and
- 1-3 years 1 year of hospital based, acute carepractice.
As the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the area, Dignity Health Nevada, guided by the Adrian Dominican Sisters' vision for over 70 years, continues to serve the Henderson and Las Vegas communities. The Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital opened in 2000, expanded the services of the Rose de Lima Campus to meet growing healthcare needs. St. Rose Dominican is part of Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems, with over 9,000 physicians, 60,000 team members, and 400 care centers across 22 states, including hospitals, urgent care, imaging and surgery centers, home health, and primary care clinics. Headquartered in San Francisco, Dignity Health is dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care, especially for the underserved.
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Frequently asked questions
Las Vegas shows a steady need for Registered Occupational Therapists, driven by its growing healthcare infrastructure and aging population. Compared to nearby states, Nevada offers competitive opportunities, particularly in faith-based systems like Catholic Health Initiatives, making it a promising area for career growth in occupational therapy.
Employers in Las Vegas often favor candidates with certifications in acute care, geriatrics, or hand therapy, enhancing clinical expertise. Additionally, maintaining CPR/BLS certification is generally mandatory. These credentials align with regional healthcare demands and improve job prospects within organizations like Catholic Health Initiatives.
A Registered Occupational Therapist uniquely combines clinical evaluation, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Unlike assistants or aides, they independently manage patient progress through complex cases including neurological and orthopedic conditions, requiring advanced certifications and strong documentation skills.
In hospital settings, Registered Occupational Therapists often handle acute care cases, managing rapid patient turnover and complex medical conditions. Outpatient clinics may focus more on long-term rehabilitation and community reintegration. The hospital role demands swift decision-making and extensive interdisciplinary coordination.
Opportunities often include transitioning into managerial roles, specialty certifications like hand therapy, or clinical education positions. In systems like Catholic Health Initiatives, therapists can also engage in leadership development programs, expanding their scope beyond patient care to administration or program design.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, integrating faith-based values into therapy plans. This approach encourages holistic recovery strategies focusing on dignity and motivation, setting it apart from typical hospital environments and enhancing patient engagement.
Working here involves active participation in interdisciplinary teams, combining insights from nursing, physical therapy, and social work. This collaboration ensures comprehensive care planning, with occupational therapists playing a pivotal role in adapting treatments to patient-specific physical and cognitive needs.
Registered Occupational Therapists in Las Vegas typically earn between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, reflecting local demand and cost of living. Salaries may increase with specialized certifications or hospital-based acute care experience, aligning with regional healthcare market standards.
Many believe occupational therapists only assist with physical rehabilitation, but their role extends to cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial interventions. They also adapt home and work environments, emphasizing functional independence rather than just symptom treatment.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers a unique faith-driven mission with a focus on underserved populations, complemented by a supportive team culture and access to a wide variety of clinical cases. This creates enriching professional growth opportunities distinct from secular institutions.