Occupational Therapist- Inpatient Rehab

Carilion Clinic • Roanoke, VA

3d • $37 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and provides evidence-based occupational therapy services for patients of all ages to improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life. The therapist develops individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals, patient assessments, and clinical best practices, collaborating with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team. This is a full-time inpatient rehabilitation position with a day shift schedule and sign-on bonus eligibility.

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)-accredited program.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• AHA BLS certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, interpersonal, customer service, critical thinking, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care across the patient population served.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans based on physician referrals, patient assessments, developmental needs, functional abilities, and medical diagnoses.
• Provide age-appropriate occupational therapy interventions to maximize independence, functional performance, safety, and achievement of treatment goals.
• Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as appropriate, and communicate recommendations to patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Document evaluations, treatment interventions, patient progress, and discharge plans accurately and promptly in accordance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and departmental policies.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nursing, case management, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with Virginia licensure requirements and applicable federal regulations.
• Provide clinical instruction and guidance to students, new employees, volunteers, support staff, and contract personnel as assigned.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, program development, peer review, committee activities, staff meetings, continuing education, and department projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employer-funded pension plan, vested after five years, and voluntary 403B.
• Paid time off accrued from day one.
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts at Carilion Wellness centers.
• Access to the Personify Health health and wellness app.
• Childcare discounts.
• Continued education and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time