Occupational Therapist (OT)

About the role

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team in Barre, Vermont. Pay: $42–$55 per hour. We provide person-centered care focused on helping residents and patients improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide high-quality, compassionate care. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and patients to determine their occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, physician orders, patient needs, and established standards of care.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions to address activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, strength, coordination, cognition, balance, and other areas of occupational performance.
• Create personalized rehabilitation programs designed to improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life.
• Administer medically necessary occupational therapy treatments in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Monitor patient progress and response to treatment and modify interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Establish and update individualized goals based on patient progress and clinical findings.
• Provide education, training, and support to residents, patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans, adaptive techniques, safety, and strategies to promote independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy team members, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate quality patient care.
• Supervise and provide guidance to Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with applicable regulations and professional standards.
• Communicate changes in patient condition, progress, and treatment needs to the appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and other required documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain accurate records related to treatment, goals, progress, and discharge planning.
• Comply with applicable federal and state regulations, professional standards, and facility policies.
• Participate in required meetings and other duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Active and valid Occupational Therapy license in Vermont.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting preferred.
• Current knowledge of occupational therapy treatment practices, techniques, and interventions.
• Familiarity with Net Health or similar electronic documentation systems preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with residents and patients with a variety of needs and abilities.
• Strong understanding of functional assessment, rehabilitation, and strategies to promote independence.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Must be in good standing with all applicable licensing boards and regulatory agencies.

Pay

$42–$55 per hour

Schedule

Flexible scheduling (full-time opportunity)

Benefits

• Full-Time Opportunity
• In-house rehabilitation team
• New graduates welcome to apply
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and patients