Veterans Occupational Therapist: Collaborative Rehab Lead

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides comprehensive occupational therapy, reviewing referrals, assessing patient needs, and developing individualized treatment plans. The role emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team, documentation, and patient education.

Professionals must hold NBCOT certification and an active state license, with supervision responsibilities for students and volunteers, and adherence to VA rehabilitation standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess NBCOT certification as an OT.
• Full-state licensure to practice occupational therapy in a U.S. state/territory.
• Graduate OT may be appointed temporarily before licensure/certification.
• ACOTE accreditation is the recognized OT program standard.

Responsibilities

• Receives and interprets referrals from credentialed providers.
• Reviews medical records to assess referral appropriateness and contraindications.
• Conducts assessments and develops individualized OT treatment plans.
• Provides supervision for volunteers and students in Occupational Therapy.
• Documents patient progress and discharge planning; communicates with the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensures safety, infection control, and adherence to Rehabilitation Services policies.

Skills

Knowledge of OT principles

Clinical reasoning

Collaboration

Orthoses fabrication

Patient education

Documentation

Volunteer supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

NBCOT certification

State licensure

ACOTE accredited program

Job description

The Occupational Therapist (OT) at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides comprehensive occupational therapy, reviewing referrals, assessing patient needs, and developing individualized treatment plans. The role emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team, documentation, and patient education.

Professionals must hold NBCOT certification and an active state license, with supervision responsibilities for students and volunteers, and adherence to VA rehabilitation standards.