Occupational Therapist

Summary This Occupational Therapist is an outpatient provider for Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service. Responsibilities include general outpatient assessment & treatment for veterans with physical dysfunction, neurological, mental health, cognitive, & orthopedic or musculoskeletal diagnoses. This position carries responsibility & requires a high level of independence & problem-solving ability, & integral knowledge for appropriate referrals & service within the outpatient clinic. Responsibilities Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: Clinical: After receiving an appropriate referral, independently evaluates patients referred for Occupational Therapy, using standard and non-standard methods to assess range of motion, strength, sensation, proprioception, coordination, perception, cognition, ADL and work activities, orthotic and prosthetic needs, and need for adaptive equipment. In addition, assesses independent living skills to include use of community resources, home management, time management, and safety in the home and community; self-awareness, interpersonal and social skills; stress management; role development, self-sufficiency and wellness. Evaluations consider lifestyle, culture, educational level, social support system, military, work, and leisure history, and limitations and abilities related to age. Uses knowledge of occupational therapy principles and techniques consistent with current clinical standards based on OT theory and evidence-based practice. Knowledge is inclusive of physical, occupational, cognitive, and psychosocial functional deficits. Based on evaluations and planning with patient and significant others (when appropriate), and coordination with the multidisciplinary team, establishes treatment goals, plan of care, and eventual discharge plan. Uses critical analysis, clinical reasoning, and creativity to independently solve complex problems related to adapting and modifying assessments, treatment plans, activities and procedures to meet the needs of patients. Develops and carries out occupational therapy plans with individuals to meet individual rehabilitation objectives. Implements an occupational therapy treatment plan to meet individual rehabilitation objectives utilizing functional activities which have as their goal the improvement of patient's activities of daily living, strength, range of motion, sensation, perceptive and/or cognitive process, and may also include, therapeutic exercise, muscle reeducation, neuromuscular facilitation, perceptual motor integration, fabrication and application of devices for daily living, teaching adaptive or compensatory techniques for community re-entry and work activities and providing patient and/or caregiver education regarding disability. Patients treated have complex physical, emotional, and social problems. Re-evaluates patient's performance and modifies treatment as indicated. Regularly presents patient information to health care providers regarding outcomes of treatment, status and expectations. Communication is timely and follows department policies. Evaluates patient's living situation through outpatient visits or home visits, patient and family interview, or consultation with other health care professionals. Assists patient in solving problems associated with that environment. Initiates ordering, delivery and training in the use of patient specific adaptive equipment in a timely, efficient and accurate manner, utilizing the processes related to the procurement of prosthetic equipment. Has skills in procuring, fabricating, adjusting, adapting, and modifying orthoses, splints and adaptive equipment for activities of daily living. Carries a full patient caseload, accepting new consults as referred by the primary care provider/medical or health care provider. Assignments may include outpatient referrals and may include referrals from inpatient acute care medical and surgical cases, and inpatient rehabilitation. Documents initial evaluations, progress, and discharge planning in a timely, concise manner, per section documentation and consult management requirements. Is aware of signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect and reports to the appropriate authority and documents following facility procedures. Administrative For each patient assigned, accurately maintains patient schedule and attendance. Independently manages daily workload and schedule. Schedules patients promptly to comply with clinical access guidance. Accurately documents for the medical record: an initial evaluation including outcome measures, assessment, and short- and long-term goals; progress reports which include description of treatment provided and outcome in terms of function; discharge summary, as necessary, which includes summary of treatment, outcome in terms of goals set, equipment provided, and education given to patient and family. Maintains current NBCOT certifications and state licensing requirements; and completes all mandatory training as required by the facility. Work Schedule: Intermittent Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 55984-A, 55985-A, 55986-A Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-04-04