Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Therapy Center

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Team Committed to Clinical Excellence

RVNAhealth Therapy Center is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing outpatient rehabilitation team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment dedicated to helping individuals maximize independence, function, and quality of life.

As a proud member of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Rehabilitation Network , RVNAhealth Therapy Center is committed to delivering exceptional rehabilitation services through evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional development.

Our team includes both Orthopedic Clinical Specialists (OCS) and Neurologic Clinical Specialists (NCS) who serve as mentors and resources for staff. This position offers a unique opportunity for clinicians who are passionate about learning and professional growth, providing exposure to advanced treatment techniques and collaboration with highly skilled rehabilitation specialists.

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating, developing, and implementing individualized treatment plans that improve patients' ability to perform activities of daily living, enhance functional independence, and achieve personal goals.

Why Join RVNAhealth?

• Member of the prestigious HSS Rehabilitation Network

• Work alongside experienced Orthopedic and Neurologic Clinical Specialists

• Exceptional mentorship and professional development opportunities

• Diverse patient population including orthopedic, neurological, balance, vestibular, Parkinson's disease, and functional rehabilitation

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment

• Opportunities to participate in wellness, community education, and specialty programs

• Commitment to evidence-based practice and clinical excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and reassessments.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and clinical findings.

• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve strength, coordination, cognition, mobility, and daily function.

• Educate patients, caregivers, and families regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, and adaptive strategies.

• Collaborate with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Support community outreach, wellness programs, and educational opportunities as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

• Current Connecticut Occupational Therapist license.

• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

• Experience in outpatient rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic care, hand therapy, Parkinson's disease, dementia care, or geriatrics is preferred but not required.

What We Offer

• Continuing education support

• Mentorship from clinical specialists

• Opportunities for specialty program development

• Collaborative and supportive culture

• State-of-the-art outpatient therapy facility

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families

About RVNAhealth

For more than 100 years, RVNAhealth has been a trusted healthcare provider serving communities throughout Connecticut. Our Therapy Center provides comprehensive rehabilitation services across the continuum of care, helping patients recover from injury, manage chronic conditions, improve function, and achieve their highest level of independence.

Benefits:

RVNAhealth offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; 403(b) retirement savings; paid time off and holidays; employer-paid life and disability insurance; wellness and employee assistance programs; tuition reimbursement; professional development opportunities; and additional voluntary benefits. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms.

Compensation:

The pay range for this position $85,000 to $100,000 annually and represents RVNAhealth's commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate's exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.

RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre-employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.