Outpatient Occupational Therapist

US Physical Therapy • Lynchburg, VA

5d • $73,000 - $88,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia is seeking an Outpatient Occupational Therapist to join their team. With over 50 years of experience, they focus on patient-centered care and offer specialized orthopedic services across sixteen clinics. They are recognized nationally for their outcomes and are proud of the knowledge and passion their therapists bring to their work. This role involves assessing patients, developing and implementing treatment plans, providing direct patient care, documenting findings and progress, and overseeing the care provided by assistants and technicians. The therapist will also be responsible for creating written plans of care, setting goals, and communicating effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and insurance companies. Timely documentation, including daily notes, reports, and discharge summaries, is essential.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current state of Virginia license or ability to obtain a Virginia license and CPR certification.
• Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans.
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
• Possesses basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Database software, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
• Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the occupational therapy treatment required.
• Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
• Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus of up to $7,500 for qualified candidates!
• Competitive salary/ $73,000 - $88,000 + profit sharing.
• AI Documentation available to ALL clinicians!
• Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, generous paid time off, and more.
• Training and support.
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership.
• Clinic mentorship.
• Employee discount plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family-friendly work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level