Pays $35.78-$53.67/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$73k (52 jobs) · Top 25% in Geriatrics (Occupational Therapy) for work-life (5.1/10, vs 78 in this specialty)
Occupational Therapist
About the Role
Full-time OT in geriatric rehab. Day shift, rotating weekends. $74K-$112K. Berlin, VT.
Join University of Vermont Health Network as a Occupational Therapist – Geriatric Rehab in Berlin, Vermont.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $35.58 - $53.85/hour.
- Mentoring for new graduates
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with University of Vermont Health Network in Berlin, Vermont.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on functional limitations and patient-centered goals. They manage caseloads, maintain documentation, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize quality of life for geriatric patients.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and possess a Vermont State License. BLS training and experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility are preferred, though new graduates are welcome.
Certifications
Key Skills
Geriatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 74% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Vermont's cost-of-living index is 118.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state — Vermont ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 62.3% of Vermont clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Occupational Therapist position at University of Vermont Health Network includes the following lifestyle factors: no night shifts. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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