OT Upper Extremity Recovery Specialist
About the role
Sheltering Arms and VCU Health have come together to create Sheltering Arms Institute, a non-profit, state-of-the-science destination inpatient rehabilitation hospital and network of outpatient centers. The Institute blends advanced technology, research, and evidence-based clinical care to create an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care. Ranked among the nation’s best rehabilitation hospitals and the top physical rehab provider in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, our organizational values and approach to care facilitate superior patient outcomes and the realization of Sheltering Arms Institute’s vision to reinvent rehabilitation.
Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a talented Therapy Upper Extremity Recovery Specialist to join our team. The Therapy Upper Extremity Recovery Specialist provides quality, comprehensive, patient-centered occupational therapy services including patient examination (ages 13+), development and administration of treatment plans through the use of evidence-based techniques, documentation and communication with team members/primary therapist. May rotate through clinical areas.
Qualifications
- Experience in inpatient rehabilitation preferred
- At least 3 years of experience in neuro-recovery using a variety of technologies to facilitate upper extremity function
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy educational program required; doctoral degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and/or specialty practice certification preferred
- Virginia licensure to practice or eligibility and application for licensure by the Occupational Therapy Board of the Virginia State Board of Health Professions required
- HCP and CPR certification
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 403(b) with match
- Generous PTO
- EAP support
- Tuition assistance
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Wellness resources and employee discounts
Pay
Compensation $35.50 - $47.42 per hour. This range reflects our commitment to pay equity and market-competitive compensation. Final compensation depends on experience, skills, and internal equity.