Occupational Therapist (CHT)

Areté Health PT; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Arete Health is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist to provide patient‑centered OT services in a fast‑paced outpatient setting in Wilmington, NC. You will evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s/Doctorate in OT, active OT license, CPR certification, and solid experience in outpatient care. You will maintain documentation, educate patients, and participate in quality initiatives, contributing

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active state Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility).
• Previous outpatient experience preferred but not required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evidence‑based treatment skills in outpatient OT.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members.
• Ability to manage a caseload and maintain timely, accurate documentation.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced outpatient setting with diverse patient populations.
• Familiarity with therapy equipment, adaptive devices, and standard therapeutic techniques.
• Proficiency with EMR systems (Prompt experience a plus).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess functional abilities, deficits, and patient goals.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence‑based treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic activities, manual therapy, modalities, ADL retraining, cognitive/perceptual training, and functional work‑related tasks.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, safety, and self‑management strategies.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and support staff to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, and progress reports accurately and in compliance with regulatory and payer standards.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to maximize functional outcomes.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality‑improvement initiatives.
• Maintain licensure, continuing education, and professional competence per state and organizational requirements.
• Uphold Arete Health’s culture by delivering exceptional service, promoting teamwork, and supporting clinic operations.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Caseload management

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

OT license (active)

Tools

EMR systems

Therapy equipment

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (CHT or Hand Interest)

Department: 2000 – Clinical Operations

Reports to: Director of Occupational Therapy/Clinic Director

Job Summary

The Staff Occupational Therapist provides high‑quality, patient‑centered occupational therapy services to individuals with functional limitations, injuries, or disabilities. This role is responsible for evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, implementing evidence‑based interventions, and collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team to support optimal outcomes. The Staff Occupational Therapist upholds Arete Health’s standards of clinical excellence, patient experience, and professional integrity.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess functional abilities, deficits, and patient goals.


• Develop and implement individualized, evidence‑based treatment plans.


• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic activities, manual therapy, modalities, ADL retraining, cognitive/perceptual training, and functional work‑related tasks.


• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, safety, and self‑management strategies.


• Collaborate with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and support staff to coordinate holistic patient care.


• Document evaluations, daily notes, and progress reports accurately and in compliance with regulatory and payer standards.


• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to maximize functional outcomes.


• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality‑improvement initiatives.


• Maintain licensure, continuing education, and professional competence per state and organizational requirements.


• Uphold Arete Health’s culture by delivering exceptional service, promoting teamwork, and supporting clinic operations.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.


• Active state Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility).


• Previous outpatient experience preferred but not required.


• Current CPR certification.


• Strong clinical reasoning and evidence‑based treatment skills in outpatient occupational therapy.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members.


• Ability to effectively manage a caseload and maintain timely, accurate documentation.


• Comfort working in a fast‑paced outpatient setting with diverse patient populations.


• Familiarity with therapy equipment, adaptive devices, and standard therapeutic techniques.


• Proficiency with EMR systems (Prompt experience a plus).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, assist, and transfer patients as required


• Prolonged standing, walking, and manual therapy activities


• Ability to demonstrate therapeutic exercises and techniques

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Join Us?

Arete Health is a growing, patient‑centric outpatient physical therapy provider focused on excellence in clinical outcomes, team culture, and operational performance. We empower our therapists and support teams to thrive in an environment that values care, integrity, and innovation. At Arete Health, we believe that leadership is about people first. You’ll play a key role in scaling a mission‑driven organization that puts patients and providers at the center of everything we do.

Arete Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.