Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Full-Time | New Grads Welcome!

Join a therapy team that truly makes a difference. At Nye Health Services, you’ll support residents across Long-Term Care, Short Stay Rehabilitation, Outpatient, and Rehab-to-Home programs—all within a warm, team-centered environment.

Our building is designed to help residents regain strength, mobility, and independence, with dedicated therapy spaces, an active rehab gym, and close collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary teams. Whether someone is staying with us long-term or for a short rehab stay, our goal is the same: restore confidence and get them home safely—stronger than when they arrived.

• A supportive team that values your ideas and growth
• New graduates encouraged to apply—we provide mentorship and hands-on learning
• A strong therapy-to-nursing partnership that helps drive real results
• Opportunities to work with a diverse patient mix and make an impact every day

Come grow your career in a place where therapy changes lives—and where your work gets people back home, back to life.

We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. This full‑time role is perfect for both experienced therapists and new graduates ready to make an impact. You will evaluate, plan, and implement individualized therapy programs to help residents achieve their functional goals and improve their quality of life.

• Assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to develop personalized occupational therapy plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions that promote independence in daily activities, including self‑care, mobility, and adaptive techniques.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including PTs, nurses, and physicians to ensure comprehensive care.
• Document therapy plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely.
• Educate residents and families on techniques and exercises to continue progress outside therapy sessions.
• Maintain compliance with facility policies, state, and federal regulations.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and current Nebraska Occupational Therapy license.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, patient‑focused environment.
• Experience in long‑term care or rehabilitation is a plus, but new graduates are encouraged to apply!

• Competitive benefits package including low premiums, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, HSA contribution matching, 401(k) with company match, and more!
• Competitive wage scales and tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs up to $3,000 per year.
• Financial wellness and freedom through access to your earned wages prior to your pay date!
• A great culture where we live out our mission  To celebrate life in environments we create by delivering exceptional service and superior value through innovative leadership in personalized care.

In 1989, Nye Health Services was founded on the philosophy that people deserve services that recognize individuality and are tailored to their unique needs. Today, Nye Health Services remains family‑owned with campuses in Fremont, Lincoln, and Norfolk, Nebraska. Nye Health Services is blessed with dedicated and compassionate people who believe in our vision and deliver on our mission every day. Having a great work environment while providing the best quality services so people feel cared for is of the utmost importance to us.

We give passionate people a purpose!

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.