Advanced Upper Extremity Rehab OT Specialist

Sheltering Arms Institute; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

403(b) with match

Generous PTO

EAP support

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending and health savings

Job summary

Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a Therapy Upper Extremity Recovery Specialist to deliver high‑quality occupational therapy for patients aged 13+. You will formulate and carry out treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with the care team to translate evidence into practice.

The role involves employing advanced techniques, participating in program initiatives, and rotating through clinical settings as needed in a nonprofit rehab network.

Qualifications

• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation is preferred.
• At least 3 years of neuro-recovery experience using technologies to aid upper-extremity function.
• Virginia licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy for ages 13+ with upper-extremity focus.
• Develop and administer treatment plans using evidence-based techniques; document and communicate with the team.
• Apply knowledge translation to implement and refine best practices.
• May rotate through inpatient and outpatient clinical areas.
• Contribute to program development and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Inpatient rehabilitation

Neuro-recovery

Education

OT degree

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a Therapy Upper Extremity Recovery Specialist to deliver high‑quality occupational therapy for patients aged 13+. You will formulate and carry out treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with the care team to translate evidence into practice.

The role involves employing advanced techniques, participating in program initiatives, and rotating through clinical settings as needed in a nonprofit rehab network.