<p>An acute care facility in El Dorado, Kansas is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join its therapy team. This is a direct-hire opportunity offering a competitive hourly rate starting at $35, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and a straightforward 8-hour day shift schedule — no evenings, no nights. El Dorado offers a low cost of living and easy access to the Wichita metro, making this a strong fit for clinicians looking to plant roots in south-central Kansas.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Starting pay rate of $35 per hour</li> <li>$10,000 sign-on bonus</li> <li>8-hour day shifts — consistent, predictable schedule</li> <li>Acute care employment setting with stable institutional support</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute care facility type — inpatient-level acuity and interdisciplinary team environment</li> <li>Outpatient therapy experience directly applicable to caseload expectations</li> <li>Day-shift-only schedule; 8-hour shifts support work-life balance</li> <li>Position available for immediate start</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Kansas Occupational Therapist license required at time of hire</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of experience in outpatient therapy</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Must be able to satisfy a criminal background check as required by Kansas state law for this type of employment</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>El Dorado is a welcoming small city in Butler County, situated approximately 30 miles east of Wichita — giving residents the calm of a close-knit community with convenient access to a major metro's amenities, dining, and airport. The area features El Dorado State Park, one of Kansas's largest, offering boating, fishing, hiking, and camping on a 4,000-acre reservoir. Cost of living is well below national averages, and the region's strong public school system and family-friendly character make it an appealing long-term home for healthcare professionals at any career stage.</p>