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Cedars Healthcare Center

Occupational Therapist

Niwot, CO · On-site

$50 - $53/hr

Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for meal preparation, home management, dressing, feeding, and other self-care skills. Trains patients in the use of upper ...

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How much do adaptive equipment jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for adaptive equipment in the United States is $28.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Adaptive Equipment Specialist?

As an Adaptive Equipment Specialist, your day-to-day tasks often include conducting assessments to determine clients' needs, recommending appropriate adaptive devices, and training both clients and caregivers on their use. You'll often collaborate with healthcare providers, therapists, and social workers to ensure the best possible support for each individual. Adjusting and maintaining equipment, documenting client progress, and staying updated on new technologies in adaptive equipment are also common responsibilities. This role is highly interactive, requiring hands-on engagement with both people and devices to deliver personalized solutions.

What is an Adaptive Equipment job?

An Adaptive Equipment job involves selecting, designing, and providing tools or devices that help individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges perform daily tasks independently. Professionals in this field assess a person's needs and recommend specialized equipment such as wheelchairs, adaptive utensils, or communication devices. They may work in healthcare settings, rehabilitation centers, or assistive technology companies. Their goal is to enhance a person's quality of life by improving accessibility and functionality in their environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Adaptive Equipment position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Adaptive Equipment Specialist role, you need a solid understanding of assistive technology, patient assessment, and knowledge of disability accommodations, often supported by a background in occupational therapy, physical therapy, or rehabilitation sciences. Familiarity with tools such as wheelchairs, communication devices, mobility aids, and adaptive computer hardware/software is important, and certification in assistive technology (e.g., ATP certification) may be preferred. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and empathy are key soft skills for effectively interacting with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams. These abilities ensure appropriate recommendations and successful implementation of adaptive solutions to improve clients' independence and quality of life.

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Infographic showing various Adaptive Equipment job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 18% Full Time, 77% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 27% Physical, and 73% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,344 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Occupational Therapist

Cedars Healthcare Center

Denver, CO • On-site

$50 - $53/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Cedars Healthcare Center - Lakewood, CO

Occupational Therapist

Pay Rate - $50Hr -$53Hr DOE

Full Time position

BENEFITS OFFERED - Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance. 401(k) with company match, Paid Time-Off, Flexibility with schedules, tuition assistance, company sponsored training, free meals, etc.

ABOUT US – Cedars Healthcare Center is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier assisted living and skilled nursing provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this journey with us.

FUNCTION: The Registered Occupational Therapist will provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients, and help patients reach maximum performance level and to use skills learned to the fullest to function in the community within the limits of their capabilities.


QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy required.
• Current Colorado Occupational Therapist License in good standing with DORA.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to use tools used to make adaptive equipment.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily.
1. Provides consultation in areas such as environmental design, adaptive equipment, proper positioning of patients to prevent contractures and splinting. Administers and writes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with departmental standards and procedures.
2. Maintains timely and accurate patient records and reports.
3. Designs and administers treatment programs to increase patients‘ levels of functioning. Uses therapeutic exercises and activities to improve or maintain strength, range of motion, and fine-motor coordination. Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for meal preparation, home management, dressing, feeding, and other self-care skills. Trains patients in the use of upper-extremity prosthetic devices to resume previous daily routines. Participates in home assessments.
4. Provides therapy for neurological integration; administers sensor-motor integration treatment techniques and visual perceptual-motor remediation programs. Uses activities to increase developmental levels of patients. Designs and provides individualized therapy for adult learning-disabled patients.
5. Designs and fabricates splints as specified by doctors‘ prescriptions; designs and/or fabricates slings and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of patients and/or their families.

The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking prospective employees to disclose any age-related information. Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other age-related information. Furthermore, Colorado applicants may wish to redact age-related information from their application materials, such as resumes or schooling transcripts.

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