Driver Rehab OT & Mobility Specialist

University of Vermont Medical Center; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Driver Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team of occupational therapists.

You will conduct evaluations, design driving-related interventions, educate patients about diagnoses and driving implications, and coordinate with physicians, case managers, and DMV to implement safe driving recommendations. A Vermont OT license is required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in an Accredited Occupational Therapy program and VT OT license or eligibility.
• Preferred: Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) and VT Driving School Instructor License, but not required (within 2 years of hire).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care including evaluations, consultations, and treatment programs.
• Designs, implements, and modifies therapeutic interventions (ex: therapeutic exercise, behind the wheel training, adaptive equipment).
• Educates patients on diagnosis and driving implications.
• Communicates with physicians, case managers, and DMV to ensure outcomes.
• Maintains ongoing clinic skills via continuing education and professional activities.
• Participates in staff education, meetings, and quality improvement.
• Performs daily documentation per UVMMC standards and manages caseload efficiently.
• Maintains billing practices and assists with insurance authorizations.
• Protects patients' rights and confidentiality; maintains VT licensing requirements.

Skills

Evaluations

Therapy planning

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy

Licensed OT in Vermont (or eligible)

Job description

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Driver Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team of occupational therapists.

You will conduct evaluations, design driving-related interventions, educate patients about diagnoses and driving implications, and coordinate with physicians, case managers, and DMV to implement safe driving recommendations. A Vermont OT license is required or eligible.