Occupational Therapist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Our dynamic multidisciplinary team of talented and dedicated therapists provides hands-on, one to one, evidence-based clinical care. Responsibilities for the staff occupational therapist include management of patients with a variety of diagnoses that impact their functional and/or cognitive status to maximize the patient’s recovery, minimize disability and enhance quality of life.  In our clinic, OT is part of a multidisciplinary team that provides coordinated visits through our falls program and The Comprehensive Pain Program.  This position also supports our preventative works assessment program for UVM Medical Center employees. 

We provide a positive, encouraging work environment and have excellent clinical staff retention.  The large number of vastly experienced therapists and the open treatment environment provides the perfect opportunity for collaboration and mentorship. 

Our organization fits the criteria for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.  If you have any specific questions about the details of the program you should reach out to the US Department of Education at https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/fact-sheet-public-service-loan-forgiveness-pslf-program-overhaul

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors of Science (or higher) degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program. Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice occupational therapy in the State of Vermont.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience ideal – work with patients with chronic conditions preferred
• Training in ergonomics preferred or willingness to become trained