Occupational Therapist

WorkCare, Inc.; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Job summary

WorkCare, Inc. seeks an Industrial Occupational Therapist to provide onsite therapy on a large-scale construction project, focusing on injury prevention, early intervention, functional improvement, and ergonomic risk reduction.

You’ll work in an industrial environment with safety teams and occupational health professionals, shaping program delivery and improving worker outcomes while contributing to project success.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• 2–5 years of clinical Occupational Therapy experience.
• Experience in occupational health, ergonomics, industrial rehabilitation, or sports medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite therapy evaluations and interventions within scope of practice and state regulations.
• Deliver early intervention services to address musculoskeletal discomfort before recordable injury occurs.
• Identify cases requiring medical referral and coordinate escalation.
• Design and implement injury prevention and movement optimization programs.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and job task analyses.
• Support return-to-work and transitional duty programs through functional progression.
• Document all services accurately, timely, and in compliance with legal and program standards.
• Track and report trends, outcomes, and program effectiveness.
• Educate employees on body mechanics, posture, and safe work practices.
• Collaborate with Occupational Health, Safety, HR, and leadership teams.
• Maintain clinic equipment and supplies used for PT/OT services.
• Comply with client policies, WorkCare standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties and assume responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Skills

Clinical OT skills

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy program

Active OT license in state of practice

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary:

The Industrial Occupational Therapist provides onsite therapy services at a large-scale construction project, focusing on injury prevention, early intervention, functional improvement, and ergonomic risk reduction. This role supports worker health and safety by helping reduce injury-related costs and promoting safe, sustainable work performance.

Join a national leader in occupational health and play a key role in shaping the delivery of physical therapy services in the workplace. This unique opportunity allows you to practice in an industrial and construction environment while collaborating with occupational health professionals, athletic trainers, safety teams, and other allied health specialists. You’ll have the opportunity to influence the program, improve outcomes for workers, and make a meaningful impact on both employee health and project success.

Schedule:

Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite therapy evaluations and interventions within scope of practice and state regulations.
• Deliver early intervention services to address musculoskeletal discomfort before recordable injury occurs.
• Identify cases requiring medical referral and coordinate appropriate escalation.
• Design and implement injury prevention and movement optimization programs.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and job task analyses.
• Support return-to-work and transitional duty programs through functional progression.
• Document all services accurately, timely, and in compliance with legal and program standards.
• Track and report trends, outcomes, and program effectiveness.
• Educate employees on body mechanics, posture, and safe work practices.
• Collaborate with Occupational Health, Safety, HR, and leadership teams.
• Maintain clinic equipment and supplies used for PT/OT services.
• Comply with client policies, WorkCare standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties and assume responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• 2–5 years of clinical Occupational Therapy experience required.
• Experience in occupational health, ergonomics, industrial rehabilitation, or sports medicine preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Clear understanding of scope of practice and regulatory compliance.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to create and edit written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
• Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
• Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong clinical skills
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Windows operating system environment, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn and use electronic medical records and client reporting systems.

Physical Demands:

• Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
• Some bending and stretching could be required.
• Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
• Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
• Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
• Ability to lift/move up to 40 pounds and climb stairs

Work Environment:

• Primarily onsite industrial/office environment.
• The noise level is usually moderate.
• Temperature and air quality generally controlled.

This position has an hourly pay range of $48 - $58. Final compensation for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits for this position include 401k.

The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and individual’s qualifications inherent to this position. These are not intended to be construed as exhaustive lists. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, accurately, and safely. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice.

Every qualified individual has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.