Occupational Therapist- Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
About The Position
This position will provide exceptional therapy services to geropsychiatric patients delivering comprehensive occupational therapy care in accordance with the standards set by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), state regulations, facility policies, and departmental guidelines. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, clients, community providers, and families. Develop, plan, and implement occupational therapy interventions and group sessions using a multi-modal, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to promote recovery and functional outcomes. Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments addressing both psychosocial and physical deficits, applying appropriate OT interventions. Operate state vehicles and assist with client transportation, participate in special unit activities, and respond to patient safety needs. Maintain proficiency in standardized client assessments (e.g., KELS, MoCA), documentation, and electronic health record (EHR) systems. Develop age-appropriate treatment plans and manage cases with strong time management and organizational skills. Apply clinical judgment in selecting and individualizing adaptive equipment and therapeutic activities to enhance patient functionality. Implement seating and positioning strategies to optimize patient comfort, alignment, and function.
Requirements
- Licensed as an occupational therapist by the Virginia Board of Medicine
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Relevant geriatric and mental health experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide therapy services to geropsychiatric patients
- Deliver comprehensive occupational therapy care in accordance with AOTA standards, state regulations, facility policies, and departmental guidelines
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, clients, community providers, and families
- Develop, plan, and implement occupational therapy interventions and group sessions
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments addressing both psychosocial and physical deficits
- Operate state vehicles and assist with client transportation
- Participate in special unit activities
- Respond to patient safety needs
- Maintain proficiency in standardized client assessments (e.g., KELS, MoCA), documentation, and electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Develop age-appropriate treatment plans and manage cases
- Apply clinical judgment in selecting and individualizing adaptive equipment and therapeutic activities
- Implement seating and positioning strategies
Benefits
- choice of health plans
- paid life insurance
- retirement plans
- 13 paid holidays
- annual leave
- family personal leave
- sick leave
- employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
