Occupational Therapist

Sevita; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Sevita's NeuroRestorative in Harrison Heights, GA is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated rehabilitation team. You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, design and implement customized treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians, families, and staff to promote participant independence.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy, GA OT/L license, and at least one year in human services; neuro-rehabilitation experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of one year of experience in human services.
• Preferred: neuro-rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and design customized treatment plans.
• Administer occupational therapy programs and adapt approaches for outcomes.
• Lead and mentor staff including COTAs and support professional development.
• Develop home exercise programs and conduct home evaluations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and schedules per standards.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Harrison Heights, GA

Full Benefits

Salary: $90K/yr.!

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000!

Why Join Us?

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist ready to make a profound difference in people's lives? We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking OT to join our dedicated rehabilitation team. In this role, you won’t just manage a caseload—you will champion innovative treatment programs, empower individuals to achieve their highest level of independence, and lead a collaborative team of care professionals. If you are looking for a rewarding career where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is supported, we want to hear from you!

Your Key Responsibilities

• Impactful Care Delivery: Conduct comprehensive evaluations and design customized, transformative treatment plans that meet the unique needs of each program participant.
• Innovative Therapy: Administer cutting-edge occupational therapy programs, continually adapting and updating approaches to maximize participant outcomes and caseload efficiency.
• Collaborative Leadership: Serve as a core member of our interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, collaborating seamlessly with physicians, families, consultants, and community partners.
• Mentorship & Supervision: Direct and inspire assigned staff and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants (COTAs). You will play a key role in professional development, including onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
• Continuity of Care: Establish timely home exercise programs and conduct home evaluations to ensure a smooth transition and long-term success for participants.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain precise, timely documentation and weekly schedules in accordance with department standards, licensing requirements, and strict ethics of confidentiality.

Education & Experience

What You Bring to the Team

• Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in human services.
• Preferred: One (1) year of specialized experience in neuro-rehabilitation.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Active Occupational Therapist License (OT/L) in good standing in the state of Georgia.
• Active member in good standing with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel as needed to support participant home evaluations.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Strength: This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to safely move objects and support participants.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined on a case-by-case basis via the interactive process.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.