OT Clinical Leader - Outpatient

Sheltering Arms Institute; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) with match

Generous PTO

EAP support

Tuition assistance

FSA/Health savings accounts

Wellness resources

Job summary

Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking an OT Clinical Leader - Outpatient to oversee outpatient occupational therapy services at Bon Air and Short Pump campuses. The role includes clinical leadership, supervision of staff, and program development while delivering patient‑centered care for ages 13 and up.

The position requires an OT degree, Virginia licensure or eligibility, CPR certification, and a strong background in outpatient therapy; board certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program is required.
• Master’s or doctoral degree in OT is preferred.
• Virginia licensure to practice or eligibility is required.
• Healthcare Professionals CPR certification is required.
• Board certified clinical specialist is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to patients aged 13+.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment plans.
• Document and communicate with the care team.
• Supervise licensed and non-licensed therapy staff.
• Mentor staff and contribute to program development and knowledge translation.

Skills

Outpatient therapy

Specialty population experience

Education

Graduate of accredited OT program

Master’s or doctoral OT degree (preferred)

Virginia licensure or eligibility

Healthcare CPR certification

Board certified clinical specialist (preferred)

Job description

Sheltering Arms Institute is a non-profit, state-of-the-science physical rehabilitation hospital and network of outpatient centers, created through a joint venture between Sheltering Arms and VCU Health. Bringing together Sheltering Arms’ trusted brand and clinical reputation with VCU Health’s nationally ranked programs and research, the Institute delivers an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care grounded in advanced technology, research, and evidence-based treatment.

OT Clinical Leader - Outpatient

At Sheltering Arms Institute, you’ll join a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your ideas, expertise, and passion can make a meaningful difference. If you’re driven to make an impact and help shape the future of rehabilitative care, we invite you to join us in reinventing rehabilitation for life beyond limits. Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking an OT Clinical Leader - Outpatient to join the team. This position will provide coverage at our Bon Air and Short Pump (Main Campus) Centers. The Outpatient Therapy OT Clinical Leader provides quality, comprehensive, patient-centered occupational therapy services including patient examination (ages 13+), development and administration of a treatment plan, documentation and communication with team members, and clinical direction and supervision to licensed/non-licensed personnel. Instructs therapy support staff, students, other team members, and patient and/or caregivers. In addition to clinical responsibilities, serves as a mentor, program leader heavily involved in program development, and knowledge translator.

Qualifications And Skills

• Previous experience in outpatient therapy preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience with a specialty population of interest.

Education/Certifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program required.
• Master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and/or a specialty practice certification preferred.
• Virginia licensure to practice or eligibility and application for licensure by the Occupational Therapy Board of the Virginia State Board of Health Professions required.
• Healthcare professionals CPR certification required.
• Board certified clinical specialist strongly preferred.
• Healthcare Professionals CPR required.

Compensation

• $35.88 - $53.04 per hour
• This range reflects our commitment to pay equity and market‑competitive compensation.
• Final compensation depends on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• 403(b) with match
• Generous PTO
• EAP support
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness resources and employee discounts

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.