Relief Occupational Therapist

DHRM; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Dept of Veterans Services is seeking a Relief Occupational Therapist to establish and deliver skilled OT services at the Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr in Virginia. The role involves planning patient-specific treatments, supervising assistants, and ensuring compliance with state policies and reimbursement guidelines.

Applicants must demonstrate knowledge of occupational therapy, strong communication, professional interaction with clients and families, and the ability to coordinate with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of occupational therapy and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, staff, families and community personnel.
• Ability to use Computer application software.
• Ability to lead and coordinate work of the rehab. department, and cross-functional departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establishes skilled OT treatment plans for residents; conducts skilled OT services including modalities, exercises, ADL training, and equipment.
• Completes required documentation for Medicare/Medicaid and agency policies; ensures timely assessments and cost information flow.
• Provides training for OT related services and in-service training to departmental staff; participates in mandatory trainings.
• Reviews medical records and gathers assessment information; conducts initial evaluations and re-certifications as needed.
• Attends department meetings; maintains safe work environment; supports fall prevention and equipment needs.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Job description

Title: Relief Occupational Therapist

State Role Title: Therapist III

Hiring Range: $40.00 - $56.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Establishes skilled OT treatment plans for residents; conducts skilled OT services to residents once treatment plans are made including but not limited to; physical agent modalities, therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, ADL training, positioning and uses of orthopedic and adaptive equipment. Passes residents on to therapy assistants for treatment and supervises and collaborates with assistants on ongoing basis throughout treatment duration.

Completes all required documentation in accordance with departmental agency and state policies; completes all required documentation related to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement in accordance with departmental and agency policies. Ensures assessments are completed within established timeframes and that cost information is forwarded to the appropriate sources in a timely manner.

Provides training for OT related services implemented by non-OT staff as assigned or as necessary; provides in-service training to departmental staff on topics relevant to departmental goals as assigned; attends and successfully completes all mandatory training as scheduled.

Reviews medical records to collect data that is relevant to the assessment as assigned and instructed; Gathers additional assessment information through interviews of client, staff, and family as assigned. Completes initial evaluation and subsequent re-certifications as needed.

Attends department and other meetings. May conduct department meetings as assigned and completes ancillary documentation and communication. Follows all safety rules and regulations. Initiates and recommend appropriate corrective action necessary when violations are seen. Maintains clean and safe environments ensuring orderly work area throughout the unit are maintained. Ensures fall prevention devices/care plans are followed and interventions are in place. Recommends purchase of new equipment; maintains OT, personal office space and equipment in a safe and clean manner; serves on committees as designated by supervisor; completes special projects as instructed and assigned.

All other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Minimum Qualifications

The employee should possess; knowledge of occupational therapy and developmental disabilities; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, staff, families and community personnel. Ability to use Computer application software. Ability to lead and coordinate work of the rehab. department, and cross-functional departments as needed.

Additional Considerations

None.

Special Instructions

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check. and pre-employment drug screening and two TB Skin Tests are required.

Salaries for current state employees will be determined according to the current state compensation plan.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).

Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable from DARS.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Kristen Johnson

Phone: [phone] Ext. 4903

Email: [e-mail]

Advertised: 26 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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