Occupational Therapist (Fee for Service)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (Fee for Service) at Department of Defense a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Occupational Therapy occupational therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This Occupational Therapy position at Department of Defense is open to occupational therapist candidates.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Pediatric Therapy, Patient Assessment, Treatment Planning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Assistive Technology Assessment, Outpatient Coding, Medical Billing, Functional Goal Setting. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Occupational Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Occupational Therapist provides comprehensive assessment and intervention services to help pediatric and young adult patients reach their maximum functional potential. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and training family members.

Benefits package: Sick Time, 403b Retirement Plan, Student Loan Refinancing Program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development/CEU’s, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.