Occupational Therapist (OT)

Stellar Health Group; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time

Competitive pay

In-house rehab team

New grads welcome

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Supportive team

Meaningful work

Job summary

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center in Barre, Vermont is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team.

New graduates are welcome to apply. Pay is $42–$55 per hour, with a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to functional independence and safety.

The OT will evaluate residents, develop treatment plans, provide interventions for ADLs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote quality care.

Qualifications

• Active and valid Occupational Therapy license in Vermont.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of OT treatment practices and interventions.
• Familiar with electronic documentation systems (Net Health or similar).
• Strong clinical and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and patients to determine OT needs, goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluations and orders.
• Provide OT interventions for ADLs, mobility, strength, cognition, balance.
• Create rehabilitation programs to improve independence and safety.
• Supervise OT assistants and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge planning.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Vermont OT license

Tools

Net Health

Job description

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team in Barre, Vermont.

Pay: $42–$55 per hour

We provide person-centered care focused on helping residents and patients improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide high-quality, compassionate care.

New graduates are welcome to apply!

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and patients to determine their occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation goals.


• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, physician orders, patient needs, and established standards of care.


• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions to address activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, strength, coordination, cognition, balance, and other areas of occupational performance.


• Create personalized rehabilitation programs designed to improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life.


• Administer medically necessary occupational therapy treatments in accordance with the established plan of care.


• Monitor patient progress and response to treatment and modify interventions as clinically appropriate.


• Establish and update individualized goals based on patient progress and clinical findings.


• Provide education, training, and support to residents, patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans, adaptive techniques, safety, and strategies to promote independence.


• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy team members, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate quality patient care.


• Supervise and provide guidance to Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with applicable regulations and professional standards.


• Communicate changes in patient condition, progress, and treatment needs to the appropriate members of the healthcare team.


• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and other required documentation accurately and timely.


• Maintain accurate records related to treatment, goals, progress, and discharge planning.


• Comply with applicable federal and state regulations, professional standards, and facility policies.


• Participate in required meetings and other duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Occupational Therapist Qualifications

• Active and valid Occupational Therapy license in Vermont.


• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.


• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting preferred.


• Current knowledge of occupational therapy treatment practices, techniques, and interventions.


• Familiarity with Net Health or similar electronic documentation systems preferred.


• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively with residents and patients with a variety of needs and abilities.


• Strong understanding of functional assessment, rehabilitation, and strategies to promote independence.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.


• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.


• Must be in good standing with all applicable licensing boards and regulatory agencies.

Why Join Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center?

• Full-Time Opportunity


• $42–$55 per hour


• In-house rehabilitation team


• New graduates welcome to apply


• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Flexible scheduling


• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment


• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and patients