OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST I OP (Full Time, Autism Center, Lynchburg, VA)

Pediatric Autism Occupational Therapist I Op

$10,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS!

The Occupational Therapist I OP (Entry/Competent) is responsible for the assessment and treatment of the patient's physical, visual and cognitive skills to restore and/or maintain maximum functional performance for home, work, and school environments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) guidelines.
• Administers occupational therapy treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to AOTA guidelines.
• Documents and charges for patient care services in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Completes progress notes/recertification to demonstrate the need for continues skilled services as outlined by federal, state, and insurance regulations.
• Completes discharge planning according to AOTA guidelines by consulting with physicians, PT, SLP and with the patient/family.
• Completes peer to peer review and required forms for obtaining authorization for services.
• Meets productivity/KPI targets.
• Completion of yearly mandatory education for employment and VA licensure.

Competent Staff:

• Coordinates external resources and support for patients and families.
• Participates in at least one community service activity that is Centra sponsored or rehab profession.
• Serves as a Clinical Instructor for an occupational therapy student level 1, or an intern (greater than 30 hours) applying to OT school.
• Provides one in-service annually to staff.
• Completes two of the following:
  • Participates as a member of the AOTA with at least 50% attendance.
  • Participates in efforts to impact/affect legislation in professional area.
  • Performs clinical activity or special project as pre-approved by manager.
• Supervises Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants, rehab assistants, and other support staff.

Qualifications

Required Education: Graduate of an accredited OT program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Program)Preferred Education: None

Required Experience: NonePreferred Experience: 1 year experience in a outpatient setting.Required Certifications and Licensures: Current Virginia OT licensure. BLS Certification

Preferred Certifications and Licensures: None

Salary Range: $78,857 - $118,286

Job Info

• Job Identification 20004
• Job Category Therapy and Rehabilitation
• Posting Date 03/27/2026, 03:59 PM
• Locations 693 Leesville Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, US