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Lynchburg, Virginia

Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Ortho

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$73k-$88k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job description

Company Description
Over the last 50 years, Rehab Associates of Central Virginia has been the area’s outpatient physical therapy clinic, focusing on putting our patients’ needs first. Our physical therapists have advanced degrees in specialty orthopedic care from head to toe. From musculoskeletal headaches to lower back pain to heel pain syndrome. Our sixteen clinics offer specialty programs and are proud to be a National PT Practice of the Year. We are consistently recognized nationally for Outcomes in Excellence. We are very proud of our services and the depth of knowledge and passion we bring to them.
Sign-on Bonus of up to $7,500 for qualified candidates!
Competitive salary/ $73,000 - $88,000 + profit sharing.
AI Documentation available to ALL clinicians!
Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, generous paid time off, and more.
Training and support.
Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership.
Clinic mentorship.
Employee discount plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Family-friendly work environment.
Job Description
We offer diverse specialized services, including Back Pain, Concussion, Vestibular/Vertigo, Dry Needling, Foot and Ankle, Geriatrics, Head, Neck, and Facial Pain, Health and fitness, Industrial Rehabilitation, Local School Sports, and Manual Therapy. Rehab Associates of Central Virginia’s strong patient population further defines its reputation for delivering effective, personalized healthcare solutions.
Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the occupational therapy treatment required.
Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state of Virginia license or ability to obtain a Virginia license and CPR certification.
Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans.
Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
Possesses basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Database software, and MS Office.

Compensation: USD 73000 - USD 88000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

The occupational therapist will assess patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide direct care based on physician referrals. They are also responsible for documenting patient progress, supervising rehabilitation technicians, and communicating effectively with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningBalance rehabilitationElectronic medical recordsClinical mentorship

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 64% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

In Virginia, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (79 salary observations; 280 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,041 salary observations; 11,909 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$81k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $80k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

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About US Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Garden City, NY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary
Profit Sharing
Sign-on Bonus up to $7,500
401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Generous Paid Time Off
Training and Support