Occupational Therapist - Adult Acute Care (Charlottesville, VA)

This Occupational Therapy position at UVA Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

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: Patient Assessment, Therapeutic Intervention, Rehabilitation Planning, Clinical Diagnosis, Patient Care, Daily Living Skills Training, Acute Care, Treatment Planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Occupational Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: Assess adult patients to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for recovery from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries. Help patients maintain or recover skills needed for daily living to improve their independence and functional well-being.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings, Health Saving Plans. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.