Outpatient Occupational Therapist

US Physical Therapy; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus up to $7,500

401k

Health and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

US Physical Therapy in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks an Occupational Therapist dedicated to delivering personalized healthcare solutions. You will assess patients, develop treatment plans, and provide direct care while documenting progress.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy, NBCOT certification, and a Virginia license. The role offers a sign-on bonus and excellent benefits, including 401k and paid time off, in a family-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current state of Virginia license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop treatment plans based on evaluations.
• Provide direct patient care according to protocols.
• Document findings, progress, and instructions.

Skills

Creating treatment plans

Patient assessment

Effective communication

Basic PC skills

Autonomous work

Education

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Current state of Virginia license

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

Database software

MS Office

Job description

• Compensation: USD 73000 - USD 88000 - yearly

Company Description

Over the last 50 years, Rehab Associates of Central Virginia has been the area’s outpatient physical therapy clinic, focusing on putting our patients’ needs first. Our physical therapists have advanced degrees in specialty orthopedic care from head to toe. From musculoskeletal headaches to lower back pain to heel pain syndrome. Our sixteen clinics offer specialty programs and are proud to be a National PT Practice of the Year. We are consistently recognized nationally for Outcomes in Excellence. We are very proud of our services and the depth of knowledge and passion we bring to them.

• Sign‑on Bonus of up to $7,500 for qualified candidates!
• AI Documentation available to ALL clinicians!
• Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, generous paid time off, and more.
• Training and support.
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership.
• Clinic mentorship.
• Employee discount plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family-friendly work environment.

Job Description

We offer diverse specialized services, including Back Pain, Concussion, Vestibular/Vertigo, Dry Needling, Foot and Ankle, Geriatrics, Head, Neck, and Facial Pain, Health and fitness, Industrial Rehabilitation, Local School Sports, and Manual Therapy. Rehab Associates of Central Virginia’s strong patient population further defines its reputation for delivering effective, personalized healthcare solutions.

• Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
• Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the occupational therapy treatment required.
• Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
• Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited OccupationalTherapy program.
• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current state of Virginia license or ability to obtain a Virginia license and CPR certification.
• Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans.
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
• Possesses basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Database software, and MS Office.