Occupational Therapist - Acute Adult in Richmond, VA
Job title from VCU Health: Occupational Therapist - Acute Adult
Source: VCU Health job site (vcuhealth.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Nov 5, 2026.
License rules in Virginia
Virginia is in the OT Compact and issues compact privileges.
Job description from VCU Health
The Occupational Therapist I job conducts evaluations on referred patients. To plan and implement a comprehensive treatment program that includes discharge planning, patient/family education, and recommendations for follow-up or continued care. This position documents results of the OT evaluation and services provided in accordance with hospital and department guidelines.
The Occupational Therapist I job participates as a member of a self-directed departmental team as well as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. This role provides clinical instruction to OT and OTA students as needed. This role also provides training and education to department and hospital staff.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Completion of licensing requirements for new graduates within 1 year of graduation. Maintenance of licensure once granted. Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area Experience REQUIRED: New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as an Occupational Therapist **Employee is expected to progress to an Occupational Therapist Clinician II level within two years of employment as an Occupational Therapist at VCUHS Experience PREFERRED: Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy Education/training PREFERRED: Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Occupational Therapy Independent action(s) required: Evaluation and treatment of patients with routine diagnoses. Setting schedule and managing time. Reporting in interdisciplinary rounds. Goal setting for routine diagnoses. Completion of routine documentation. Interaction with the interdisciplinary team and self-directed work team. Customer interaction. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Occupational Therapist provides supervision for Rehab Technicians, COTA staff, volunteers and students doing clinical rotations. Additional position requirements: Cross-coverage to other treatment teams as needed. Progress to Clinician II status within 2 years of employment. Saturday/holiday coverage on a rotating basis and flexibility in work hours as needed to accommodate departmental needs as applicable. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking: Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
The Occupational Therapist I job participates as a member of a self-directed departmental team as well as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. This role provides clinical instruction to OT and OTA students as needed. This role also provides training and education to department and hospital staff.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Completion of licensing requirements for new graduates within 1 year of graduation. Maintenance of licensure once granted. Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area Experience REQUIRED: New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as an Occupational Therapist **Employee is expected to progress to an Occupational Therapist Clinician II level within two years of employment as an Occupational Therapist at VCUHS Experience PREFERRED: Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited School of Occupational Therapy Education/training PREFERRED: Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Occupational Therapy Independent action(s) required: Evaluation and treatment of patients with routine diagnoses. Setting schedule and managing time. Reporting in interdisciplinary rounds. Goal setting for routine diagnoses. Completion of routine documentation. Interaction with the interdisciplinary team and self-directed work team. Customer interaction. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Occupational Therapist provides supervision for Rehab Technicians, COTA staff, volunteers and students doing clinical rotations. Additional position requirements: Cross-coverage to other treatment teams as needed. Progress to Clinician II status within 2 years of employment. Saturday/holiday coverage on a rotating basis and flexibility in work hours as needed to accommodate departmental needs as applicable. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking: Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Compensation Ranges:
Occupational Therapist I: $68,660.80 - $106,433.60
Occupational Therapist II: $75,524.80 - $117,083.20
Occupational Therapist III: $83,096.00 - $128,772.80
Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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