Impactful Outpatient Occupational Therapist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Occupational Therapist to assess and treat veterans, promoting prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of physical, occupational, and psychosocial dysfunction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, development of individualized intervention plans, and supervision of assistants when required. Licensure and NBCOT certification are essential; outpatient and home health experience are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Requires NBCOT certification as an OT
• State licensure to practice OT in US
• ACOTE-approved OT degree or equivalent
• Experience in outpatient, home health, or skilled nursing settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive and interpret requests for OT procedures
• Complete patient data review and prepare care plans
• Develop and implement OT treatment plans with patient and family involvement
• Supervise OT assistants as needed
• Provide education on positioning, seating, and safety with mobility devices
• Coordinate with rehabilitation team for patient goals and discharge planning

Skills

Knowledge of OT practice

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

Master's degree or higher in OT

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Occupational Therapist to assess and treat veterans, promoting prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of physical, occupational, and psychosocial dysfunction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, development of individualized intervention plans, and supervision of assistants when required. Licensure and NBCOT certification are essential; outpatient and home health experience are valued assets.