Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Rise

Rise Neurorehab Institute is a future-forward nonprofit neurorehab organization committed to identifying and removing the barriers that prevent individuals from receiving the post-acute care they need and deserve, all while helping to regain function, reignite courage, and rekindle hope after neurological injury or illness.

Rise is building a new model of neurological care in Georgia. Opening in Sandy Springs, GA in Winter 2027, our initial multi-disciplinary outpatient facility is only the beginning. Rise is also developing a comprehensive, state-of-the-art neurorehabilitation residential facility — a multi-acre campus designed to unite rehabilitation medicine and therapies with similar-missioned community organizations in a way that has never existed in our region. This future home will offer 75+ beds for specialized residential rehabilitation, comprehensive care from rehab experts, cutting-edge technology and innovation, and community programs that provide a complete continuum of post-acute care for individuals and families throughout their recovery journey.

The people who join us now will help shape our programs, our culture, and the experience of every patient and family we serve — not just at our opening location, but as we grow toward this larger vision.

Why Join Our Team

At Rise, you'll help redefine what's possible for people living with neurological injuries. Our collaborative, mission-driven team delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to regain their independence, reconnect with their communities, and improve their quality of life. We're building a first-of-its-kind model of neurorehabilitation where innovation, compassion, education, and teamwork come together to close critical gaps in care and create a stronger path forward for patients and families. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping shape the future of neurological rehabilitation.

Here's what that means for you:

• A Comprehensive Care Model — Work within an integrated, interdisciplinary team delivering whole-person, outcomes-driven rehabilitation alongside top clinical experts.
• A Culture of Excellence — Grow your expertise through advanced training, mentorship, and professional development as you build your career in post-acute rehabilitation.
• Value and Recognition — Your contributions are recognized, your voice influences decisions, and your impact is celebrated.
• An Inclusive Workplace — Thrive in a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are embraced.

Benefits That Support You

We invest in the people who make exceptional outcomes possible. Our team enjoys a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance at every stage of your career, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, plus employer-paid basic life and disability insurance
• Employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, plus FSA/HSA account options
• Continuing education support, Professional Advancement Pathway, and Operational Leadership opportunities
• Generous paid time off, including paid holidays, and parental, personal, and bereavement leave
• An employee recognition program that celebrates your contributions and impact
• Wellness and self-care resources, including access to the building’s on-site fitness center

Occupational Therapist

As an Occupational Therapist at Rise Neurorehab Institute, you’ll provide hands-on, evidence-based care to individuals recovering from brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, and other complex neurological conditions — working with both pediatric (age 8+) and adult patients. You’ll design and deliver individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence in activities of daily living, upper extremity function, cognitive rehabilitation, and community reintegration, all while collaborating closely with a passionate interdisciplinary team dedicated to helping patients regain independence and reclaim their lives. This is your opportunity to practice as an expert clinician within a founding, mission-driven organization — and to help shape what neurorehabilitation care looks like in Georgia for years to come.

Schedule
Full-Time

Location:

6190 Powers Ferry Rd, STE 320, Atlanta, GA 30339

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate each patient's physical, cognitive, and functional status — including the ability to perform activities of daily living — through interviews, medical history review, and standardized examination techniques.
• Develop individualized, patient-centered treatment plans designed to maximize independence and safety — with patients and families actively involved in goal-setting.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients achieve meaningful, measurable functional outcomes.
• Assess and manage patient pain levels throughout the course of treatment.
• Provide hands-on patient and family/caregiver education tailored to each learner's needs.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Continuously adapt rehabilitation programs based on patient progress and emerging evidence.
• Lead and participate in discharge planning.
• Recommend and help fit durable medical equipment and assistive devices — including wheelchairs, custom seating systems, mobility aids, and adaptive equipment to support daily living tasks — in partnership with patients, families, and the care team.
• Stay current on advanced rehabilitation technology and equipment, integrating innovative, evidence-informed approaches into individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physician and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Help train and mentor new staff and occupational therapy students, and provide clinical oversight to rehab aides as assigned.
• Supports Rise's ongoing pursuit of CARF accreditation by maintaining compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and sound clinical judgment, with the ability to monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, and to effectively prioritize, organize, and manage work assignments and patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across an interdisciplinary team.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with clinical documentation systems and electronic health records.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and staying current on evidence-based practice.
• Knowledge of neurological diagnoses commonly treated in neurorehabilitation, including brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, and vestibular disorders.
• Knowledge of age-specific patient care needs across the lifespan, from pediatric to geriatric populations, including the ability to obtain, interpret, and apply patient information accordingly.
• Willingness to adapt to changing work demands and environments.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, and moving throughout treatment areas, with periods of sitting for documentation and administrative tasks
• Ability to safely transfer, lift, push, and pull patients and equipment — up to 20 lbs frequently and up to 30 lbs occasionally (e.g., wheelchairs, therapy equipment)
• Repetitive hand, wrist, and upper extremity movements during hands-on patient care
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient to safely monitor patients and communicate with patients, families, and team members
• May include community-based treatment activities in outdoor or public settings, as clinically appropriate

Rise is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Required Education:

• A master’s or doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Required Licensure / Certification:

• Active, unrestricted Georgia Occupational Therapy License
• BLS certification (Active within two (2) weeks of hire and maintained annually)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years recent clinical experience preferred
• Experience with complex neurological populations (Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke)
• Experience with pediatric populations (ages 8+)
• Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification (for Occupational Therapist(s) in Seating Clinic role)

This description reflects the general nature and scope of responsibilities associated with this role. It is not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of every duty, task, or expectation associated with the position.

Rise Neurorehab Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.